Key Topics in Positive Psychology
Will be published approx. on 3. November 2026
246 pages
E-Book
978-1-040-59942-6 (ISBN)
Description
Key Topics in Positive Psychology provides an insightful guide to this burgeoning, rebellious discipline. Exploring the science of the good life through theoretical foundations, empirical evidence, practical application, research methods, impacts and future trends, this book is a compelling call to consider mental health in a new light, where the focus shifts from treating illness to nurturing wellbeing.
In a concise yet comprehensive format, the book takes readers on an illuminating journey, beginning with the launch and historical evolution of Positive Psychology, highlighting its mission, vision, remit, the pivotal figures and moments that have shaped the discipline, and its applied side - Positive Psychology Interventions. It then takes a dive into several applied domains such as Positive Psychology Coaching, Positive Psychotherapy and Positive Psychiatry, demonstrating the integration of the field within applied psychological practices. Next, key scholarly interdisciplinary fields are discussed including Positive Education, Positive Work and Organisations, Positive Health and Positive Economic Psychology, exploring the core principles and theories of each domain, and innovative applications. The book also elucidates the vital research methodologies of the discipline, providing a foundation for understanding its evidence-base strategies. Further, the book critically discusses the impact of the research and applications in the field, highlighting its influence in academia and beyond, in clinical practice, policy-making, and in transforming people's life. The book concludes by uncovering the emerging trends that are set to shape the future of the discipline.
Key Topics in Positive Psychology is valuable reading for students, researchers, practitioners, and anyone interested in implementing Positive Psychology principles in their personal or professional life. It also seeks to promote the application of Positive Psychology in various settings and foster a widespread understanding of mental health and wellbeing.
In a concise yet comprehensive format, the book takes readers on an illuminating journey, beginning with the launch and historical evolution of Positive Psychology, highlighting its mission, vision, remit, the pivotal figures and moments that have shaped the discipline, and its applied side - Positive Psychology Interventions. It then takes a dive into several applied domains such as Positive Psychology Coaching, Positive Psychotherapy and Positive Psychiatry, demonstrating the integration of the field within applied psychological practices. Next, key scholarly interdisciplinary fields are discussed including Positive Education, Positive Work and Organisations, Positive Health and Positive Economic Psychology, exploring the core principles and theories of each domain, and innovative applications. The book also elucidates the vital research methodologies of the discipline, providing a foundation for understanding its evidence-base strategies. Further, the book critically discusses the impact of the research and applications in the field, highlighting its influence in academia and beyond, in clinical practice, policy-making, and in transforming people's life. The book concludes by uncovering the emerging trends that are set to shape the future of the discipline.
Key Topics in Positive Psychology is valuable reading for students, researchers, practitioners, and anyone interested in implementing Positive Psychology principles in their personal or professional life. It also seeks to promote the application of Positive Psychology in various settings and foster a widespread understanding of mental health and wellbeing.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Product notice
Reflowable
Illustrations
2 Tables, black and white; 1 Halftones, black and white; 1 Illustrations, black and white
ISBN-13
978-1-040-59942-6 (9781040599426)
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Rona Hart
Key Topics in Positive Psychology
Book
approx. 11/2026
1st Edition
Routledge
€29.00
Not yet published
Rona Hart
Key Topics in Positive Psychology
Book
approx. 11/2026
1st Edition
Routledge
€148.50
Not yet published
Person
Rona Hart is an Associate Professor in Applied Positive Psychology at the School of Psychology, University of Sussex, UK. She is a lecturer, researcher, practitioner and author specialising in Positive Psychology and Economic Psychology. Recently, she launched a pioneering interdisciplinary field - Positive Economic Psychology, which integrates these two domains. Her textbook, Positive Psychology: The Basics (Routledge), is widely adopted in higher education and has been translated into several languages. Rona is also a longstanding member of the International Positive Psychology Association and holds several leadership roles: member of the Leadership Team of the Work and Organisation Division, Director of Communities of Practice, Director of the Professionalising Positive Psychology Policy Initiative, Leader of a Community of Practice, and a member of the IPPA Taskforce on Accreditation. Rona is also a Co-Editor of the International Journal of Wellbeing, and served as guest editor for several special issues on Positive Economic Psychology, Flourishing at Work and Prosocial Organisational Behaviour.
Content
List of Illustrations
About the Author
Section 1
Key Foundations
1
Introducing Positive Psychology
2
Key concepts
Section 2
Key Theories
3
Wellbeing
4
Happiness
Section 3
Key Applications
5
Positive Psychology interventions
6
Applied interdisciplinary domains
Section 4
Key Sub-disciplines
7
Positive Education
8
Positive Work and Organisations
9
Positive Health
10
Positive Economic Psychology
Section 5
Key Methodologies
11
Research methods in Positive Psychology
Section 6
Key Impacts
12
Taking stock and major impacts
Section 7
Key Emerging Areas
13
Future developments
About the Author
Section 1
Key Foundations
1
Introducing Positive Psychology
2
Key concepts
Section 2
Key Theories
3
Wellbeing
4
Happiness
Section 3
Key Applications
5
Positive Psychology interventions
6
Applied interdisciplinary domains
Section 4
Key Sub-disciplines
7
Positive Education
8
Positive Work and Organisations
9
Positive Health
10
Positive Economic Psychology
Section 5
Key Methodologies
11
Research methods in Positive Psychology
Section 6
Key Impacts
12
Taking stock and major impacts
Section 7
Key Emerging Areas
13
Future developments
