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Handbook of positive psychology
C. R. Snyder,Shane J. Lopez +1 more
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The Handbook of Positive Psychology as mentioned in this paper provides a forum for a more positive view of the human condition and provides an analysis of what the foremost experts believe to be the fundamental strengths of humankind.Abstract:
Psychology has long been enamored of the dark side of human existence, rarely exploring a more positive view of the mind. What has psychology contributed, for example, to our understanding of the various human virtues? Regrettably, not much. The last decade, however, has witnessed a growing movement to abandon the exclusive focus on the negative. Psychologists from several subdisciplines are now asking an intriguing question: "What strengths does a person employ to deal effectively with life?" The Handbook of Positive Psychology provides a forum for a more positive view of the human condition. In its pages, readers are treated to an analysis of what the foremost experts believe to be the fundamental strengths of humankind. Both seasoned professionals and students just entering the field are eager to grasp the power and vitality of the human spirit as it faces a multitude of life challenges. The Handbook is the first systematic attempt to bring together leading scholars to give voice to the emerging field of positive psychology.read more
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Factors Associated with Relationship Satisfaction: Importance of Communication Skills
I. Sine Egeci,Tülin Gençöz +1 more
TL;DR: This article investigated the association between communication skills and relationship satisfaction, after having controlled for some other important associates of relationship satisfaction such as attachment styles and various problem-solving skills including sense of control, confidence, and attitudes of approach-avoidance.
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The well-being of women who create with textiles: Implications for art therapy
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Quality of Life and Resilience in Adolescents with a Mobility Disability
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Job Characteristics, Optimism, Burnout, and ILL Health of Support Staff in a Higher Education Institution in South Africa
TL;DR: In this paper, a cross-sectional survey design was used to assess the relationships between job characteristics, burnout, optimism, and ill health, and the results showed that job demands (overload) and a lack of job resources contributed to burnout.
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