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This authoritative handbook reviews the breadth of current knowledge about positive emotions: their nature, functions, and consequences for individuals and society. Specific emotions are analyzed in depth, including happiness, pride, romantic love, compassion, gratitude, awe, challenge, and hope. Major theoretical perspectives are presented and cutting-edge research methods explained. The volume addresses neurobiological and physiological aspects of positive emotions as well as their social and intrapersonal contexts. Implications for physical health, coping, and psychopathology are explored, as are connections to organizational functioning and consumer behavior.
Drs. James W. Kalat and Michelle N. Shiota wrote Emotion, International Edition in response to a growing need for a broad-based text on the topic. Now in its Second Edition, this text includes the most recent research to reflect new thinking about the area of emotion, and surveys both theoretical and practical topics ranging from neuroscience to development and culture. It also includes a strong emphasis on research methods and measurement. Blending unprecedented scholarship with a friendly and accessible writing style, this text resonates with students by making the study of emotion both interesting and relevant.
Integrates cutting-edge research and pop culture references Openly addresses controversies in the field, contradictions among empirical findings, discrepancies between theory and research, limitations of particular studies, and failures to replicate highly prominent findings Each chapter includes suggestions for further reading (primarily engaging and accessible popular-press books written by prominent researchers in emotion) Features a student-friendly style that offers real-world, inside stories about researchers and studies Organized according to the major questions that students have about emotions New to this Edition: Three new chapters: "What Elicits Emotions," "Emotional Expression in the Face, Posture, and Body," and "Emotion in Relationships and Society" A wealth of new research and updated pop-culture references Reorganized, streamlined chapters based around key questions from students' perspectives Instructor resources, including a Test Bank and PowerPoint lecture slides.
Drs. James W. Kalat and Michelle N. Shiota wrote EMOTION in response to a growing need for a broad-based text on the topic. Now in its Second Edition, this text includes the most recent research to reflect new thinking about the area of emotion, and surveys both theoretical and practical topics ranging from neuroscience to development and culture. It also includes a strong emphasis on research methods and measurement. Blending unprecedented scholarship with a friendly and accessible writing style, this text resonates with students by making the study of emotion both interesting and relevant. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
Widely regarded as the standard reference in the field, this handbook comprehensively examines all aspects of emotion and its role in human behavior. The editors and contributors are foremost authorities who describe major theories, findings, methods, and applications. The volume addresses the interface of emotional processes with biology, child development, social behavior, personality, cognition, and physical and mental health. Also presented are state-of-the-science perspectives on fear, anger, shame, disgust, positive emotions, sadness, and other distinct emotions. Illustrations include seven color plates.
Positive psychology, the pursuit of understanding optimal human functioning, is reshaping the scholarly and public views of how we see the science of psychology. The Encyclopedia of Positive Psychology provides a comprehensive and accessible summary of this growing area of scholarship and practice. 288 specially commissioned entries written by 150 leading international researchers, educators, and practitioners in positive psychology covers topics of interest across all social sciences as well as business and industry the most current, extensive, and accessible treatment of the subject available topical primer clarifies basic constructs and processes associated with positive psychology will be useful to students, teachers, practitioners, businesspeople, and policy makers
From Darwin to "Star Trek", Evans offers a lively look at the science of emotions and finds that whether we live in the shadow of Times Square or in the depths of the rain forest, all humans feel disgust, joy, surprise, anger, fear, and distress. 20 halftones.
What makes for strong and enduring relationships? It is a question of increasing scientific and popular interest as it has become clear that relationships can make life happier, healthier, and longer. In this collection, the reader will find an overview of state-of-the-art research on this question and a glimpse of the new directions that will define the future of this field of study. With contributions from leading scholars in the field, the book offers cutting-edge perspectives on the factors and processes that contribute to strong, thriving, and resilient close relationships. Split into three parts, the first part discusses important factors and processes contributing to strong relational...
This eye-opening text brings together research from behavioral science, neuroscience, and other fields to make a cogent case for emotions acting as a practical framework for living our lives. A dozen basic emotions are analyzed in terms of what causes them, how they change thoughts and behaviors, and the functional value of these responses. Contrary to the common idea of emotions as fleeting occurrences, they are shown as having the potential for lasting impact on moods, thoughts, and behaviors. Intriguing findings assert that even negative emotions such as jealousy and anger can have positive results such as promoting positive goals, and can lead to successful outcomes in overarching domain...
In this fully updated edition of Using Basic Statistics in the Behavioral and Social Sciences, Annabel Ness Evans presents introductory statistics in a practical, conceptual, and humorous way, reducing the anxiety that many students experience in introductory courses. Avoiding complex notation and derivations, the book focuses on helping readers develop an understanding of the underlying logic of statistics, rather than rote memorization. Focus on Research boxes engage students with realistic applications of statistics, and end-of-chapter exercises ensure student comprehension. This exciting new edition includes a greater number of realistic and engaging global examples within the social and behavioral sciences, making it ideal for use within many departments or in interdisciplinary settings.