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Positive Psychology at the Movies : Using Films to Build Character Strengths and Well-Being by Danny Wedding and Ryan M. Niemiec (2013, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherHogrefe Publishing
ISBN-100889374430
ISBN-139780889374430
eBay Product ID (ePID)143657223
Product Key Features
Number of Pages486 Pages
Publication NamePositive Psychology at the Movies : Using Films to Build Character Strengths and Well-Being
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2013
SubjectPersonal Growth / General, General, Personality
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaSelf-Help, Psychology
AuthorDanny Wedding, Ryan M. Niemiec
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Length10 in
Item Width7 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number2
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN2013-939168
Dewey Edition23
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal179.9
SynopsisDozens of evocative movie images to help discuss key pointsThree completely new chapters on "PERMA" (positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and accomplishment), the 5 core areas of well-being discussed by positive psychologists:o Positive Relationshipso Mindfulness and Resilienceo Achievement, Meaning, Engagement, and Positive EmotionsNow discusses nearly 1,500 positive psychology movies - 400 of them new to this editionMore in-depth discussion of film exemplars for each character strength, exploring its dynamics, use for coping, benefits - and now with movie exemplars of overuse and underuse of each strengthNew exemplars include Edward in the Twilight series (self-regulation); Robert Downey, Jr.'s Sherlock Holmes (exceptional judgment/critical thinking); Lisbeth Salander in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (prudence); The Artist (zest); and dozens moreNew appendices listing "Positive Psychology Movies for Children, Adolescents, and Families"; "Movies of the Year" for recent years; and "Positive Psychology Short Films"More extensive commentary on research and practice for each of the 24 character strengths, now with over 800 scholarly referencesUpdated charts, references, practitioner resources, and more!For educators, researchers, and anyone striving for personal growth and a fulfilling life! This completely revised edition of the popular Positive Psychology at the Movies provides a unique way to learn and appreciate what is right and best about human beings. Now with discussions of nearly 1,500 movies, dozens of evocative movie images, and much more!Positive psychology is regarded as one of the most important developments in the field of psychology over the past century. This inspiring book uses movies as a medium for learning about the latest research and concepts, such as mindfulness, resilience, meaning, positive relationships, achievement, well-being, as well as the 24 character strengths laid out by the VIA Institute of Character.Films offer myriad examples of character strengths and other positive psychology concepts and are uniquely suited to learning about them and inspiring new ways of thinking. This book systematically discusses each of the 24 character strengths, balancing film discussion, related psychological research, and practical applications., * Now with dozens of evocative movie images to help discuss key points * Three completely new chapters on "PERMA" (positive emotions, engagement, relationships, meaning, and accomplishment), the 5 core areas of well-being discussed by positive psychologists: * Positive Relationships * Mindfulness and Resilience * Achievement, Meaning, Engagement, and Positive Emotions * Now discusses nearly 1,500 positive psychology movies - 400 of them new to this edition * More in-depth discussion of film exemplars for each character strength, exploring its dynamics, use for coping, benefits - and now with movie exemplars of overuse and underuse of each strength * New exemplars include Edward in the Twilight series (self- regulation); Robert Downey, Jr.'s Sherlock Holmes (exceptional judgment/critical thinking); Lisbeth Salander in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (prudence); The Artist (zest); and dozens more * New appendices listing "Positive Psychology Movies for Children, Adolescents, and Families"; "Movies of the Year" for recent years; and "Positive Psychology Short Films" * More extensive commentary on research and practice for each of the 24 character strengths, now with over 800 scholarly references * Updated charts, references, practitioner resources, and more For educators, researchers, and anyone striving for personal growth and a fulfilling life This completely revised edition of the popular Positive Psychology at the Movies provides a unique way to learn and appreciate what is right and best about human beings. Now with discussions of nearly 1,500 movies, dozens of 100 evocative movie images, and much more Positive psychology is regarded as one of the most important developments in the field of psychology over the past century. This inspiring book uses movies as a medium for learning about the latest research and concepts, such as mindfulness, resilience, meaning, positive relationships, achievement, well-being, as well as the 24 character s
LC Classification NumberBF204.6.N53 2013
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