Pursuing Human Strengths: A Positive Psychology Guide

(Paperback, 2nd ed. 2015)

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This textbook gives students the means to learn more about applying the science of positive psychology to their lives. The text explores the research and concepts in positive psychology as well as strategies and exercises that enhance human strengths and well-being. Hands-on activities and assessments throughout enable readers to put the science into practice to live a full and more meaningful life.
This new edition brings on new author, Dana Dunn who shares and retains the passion of Martin Bolt - ever interested, and excited to share scientific and pedagogical insights about positive psychology. Written in an engaging voice, this book can serve as a core text for courses in positive psychology and can also serve as a great accompaniment to virtually any psychology course (most notably, human adjustment and growth, introductory psychology, and abnormal psychology).

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Dana S. Dunn is Professor of Psychology and Assistant Dean for Special Projects at Moravian College in Bethlehem, PA. He earned his PhD in experimental social psychology from the University of Virginia and his BA in psychology from Carnegie Mellon University.