The Routledge International Handbook of Critical Positive Psychology Brown Nicholas J. L.
The Routledge International Handbook of Critical Positive Psychology Brown Nicholas J. L. Since the turn of the twenty-first century, the field of positive psychology has sought to implement a…
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The Routledge International Handbook of Critical Positive Psychology Brown Nicholas J. L.
Since the turn of the twenty-first century, the field of positive psychology has sought to implement a science of human flourishing so that we may lead happier, more fulfilling lives. The Routledge International Handbook of Critical Positive Psychology is the first volume dedicated to a critical appraisal of this influential but controversial field of study.The book critically examines not only the scientific foundations of positive psychology, but also the sociocultural and political tenets on which the field rests. It has found expression not only in academic papers but also popular books and, increasingly, in government policy.
It evaluates the current field of knowledge and practice, and includes chapters analysing the methodological constructs of the field, as well as others that question what positive psychology actually means by ideas such as happiness or