: The Scientific and Practical Explorations of Human Strengths Snyder, C. R. creator text xx New Delhi : SAGE South Asia , 2011 9999 Second edition. monographic und xviii, 588 p. : illustrations ; 24 cm. Positive Psychology: The Scientific and Practical Explorations of Human Strengths provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of positive psychology, which focuses on understanding and promoting the qualities that enable individuals and communities to thrive. Rather than concentrating primarily on mental illness and psychological disorders, the book explores human strengths, positive emotions, resilience, optimism, hope, creativity, wisdom, gratitude, and overall well-being. The authors combine scientific research with practical applications to explain how positive psychological principles can improve education, work environments, relationships, physical and mental health, leadership, and community life. Topics include happiness, emotional intelligence, character strengths, life satisfaction, motivation, coping with adversity, spirituality, forgiveness, and positive interventions designed to enhance psychological flourishing. Numerous case studies, self-assessment exercises, and research findings help readers understand how these concepts can be applied in everyday life. Written for undergraduate and postgraduate students of psychology as well as professionals in counselling, education, social work, and human resource management, the book presents an evidence-based perspective on promoting healthy and meaningful lives through the development of individual and social strengths. / C. R. Snyder, Shane J. Lopez, and Jennifer Teramoto Pedrotti. Happiness Human strengths Positive psychology Well-being 150.198 SNY 9788132107507 260630 20260630100028.0