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9780889374430

Positive Psychology at the Movies

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  • ISBN13:

    9780889374430

  • ISBN10:

    0889374430

  • Edition: 2nd
  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2013-05-31
  • Publisher: Hogrefe & Huber Pub

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New Edition Coming Spring 2013! · Now with images (frame-grabs) throughout the book · Hundreds of new films portraying positive psychology concepts · New chapter on movies exhibiting positive relationships, achievement, and mindfulness · More extensive commentary on research and practices for each of the 24 character strengths · New sections on signature strengths, character strength principles, and using strengths to cope with problems · Updated charts, references, practitioner resources, and more! Movies are a powerful and enjoyable medium for learning. This book shows exactly how to use film to learn about the concepts and the real-life benefits of positive psychology, both for self-improvement and in classes or seminars. Drawing on the authors¿ vast experience of teaching, movie discussion groups, and with patients, Positive Psychology at the Movies combines research-based advice on how to improve life and flourish with clear explanations of the scientific background ¿ using movies to exemplify, illuminate, and inspire The book leads systematically through the 6 ¿virtues¿ and 24 ¿strengths¿ that the ¿founding fathers¿ of positive psychology, Mihály Csíkszentmihályi, Christopher Peterson, and Martin Seligman, found to be nearly universal across cultures. In each case the authors look at: Key Concepts, Relevant Research, an Exemplar from a key movie, other movie portrayals (including international cinema), Antitheses, Key Enablers and Inhibitors, Practical Applications, and Summary. Readers or classes are invited to consider key issues ¿ and the book also provides a syllabus for positive psychology courses based on movies. Positive Psychology at the Movies is uniquely suited for: (1) individuals or groups wanting to understand the concepts of positive psychology and thus improve their own lives; and (2) for teaching the concepts and practical benefits of positive psychology, in university/college, at work, during counselling or coaching, and in other settings.

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