In recent years, happiness has seized the imaginations of both social researchers and policymakers with remarkable speed."Social Happiness"examines the achievements and potential of applied happiness scholarship in a variety of contexts and argues that progressive policies must explicitly consider happiness. Neil Thin expertly traces the rise of the theme of happiness in scholarship, policy, and moral discourse and then explores the practical implications for happiness studies in a range of social experiences, including relationship guidance, parenting, schooling, gender reform, work-life...
In recent years, happiness has seized the imaginations of both social researchers and policymakers with remarkable speed."Social Happiness"examines...
Elgar Research Agendas outline the future of research in a given area. Leading scholars are given the space to explore their subject in provocative ways, and map out the potential directions of travel. They are relevant but also visionary. This Research Agenda for Social Wellbeing introduces scholars and planners to the importance of a 'wellbeing lens' for the study and promotion of social flourishing. It demonstrates the importance of wellbeing as a public good, not just a property of individuals. Synthesising wellbeing research from multiple disciplines, including sociology, public...
Elgar Research Agendas outline the future of research in a given area. Leading scholars are given the space to explore their subject in provocative wa...
