02274nam a2200217Ia 4500 20260630101259.0 260630s9999||||xx |||||||||||||| ||und|| 9781118756935 150.1988 JOS 23 Joseph, Stephen, editor. Positive Psychology in Practice : Promoting Human Flourishing in Work, Health, Education, and Everyday Life / edited by Stephen Joseph. Second edition. Chichester, West Sussex : John Wiley & Sons , 2015. xxiv, 896 p. : illustrations ; 26 cm. Positive Psychology in Practice: Promoting Human Flourishing in Work, Health, Education, and Everyday Life is a comprehensive reference that examines how the principles of positive psychology can be applied to improve well-being, resilience, and human flourishing across a wide range of personal and professional settings. Edited by Stephen Joseph, the volume brings together internationally recognized researchers and practitioners who present the latest theoretical developments, empirical research, and evidence-based interventions in positive psychology. The book is organized into thematic sections covering the philosophical foundations of positive psychology, values and well-being, health promotion, education, organizational psychology, leadership, counselling, rehabilitation, life coaching, and community development. It explores concepts such as happiness, optimism, resilience, gratitude, hope, character strengths, self-determination, meaning in life, mindfulness, and post-traumatic growth, while demonstrating how these ideas can be translated into practical interventions for individuals, schools, workplaces, and healthcare settings. Designed for psychologists, counsellors, educators, health professionals, researchers, and postgraduate students, the book serves as both a scholarly reference and a practical guide. It highlights current trends, identifies future directions for research, and demonstrates how positive psychology contributes to enhancing individual and community well-being through scientifically supported practices. Happiness. Human strengths. Positive psychology. Well-being. VC OFFICE 69876 69876