Positive Psychology and the Body: The somatopsychic side to flourishing

ISBN-13: 9780335247714 / Angielski / Miękka / 2013 / 272 str.

Kate Hefferon

Opis

As positive psychology continues to make leaps and bounds in terms of scientific advancement, the focus on the importance of the body within optimal functioning is still lagging. Positive Psychology and the Body provides a critical reflection on this omission, highlighting the mounting corpus of scientific research completed on the physical mechanisms which assist either momentary experiences of pleasure or longer-lasting feelings of meaning and self development. Indispensable reading for students of well-being, positive psychology and sports psychology, the book spans topics such as physical activity, genetics, interpersonal touch, positive sexual behaviours, nutrition and many more. Those studying and researching coaching, health, clinical and counselling psychology will also find the book a valuable reading. With contributions from Angela Clow and Michael Pluess.