Positive Psychology in a Nutshell: The Science of Happiness [Paperback]

The best general introduction to positive psychology available.
Dr Alex Linley, University of Leicester, UK

Dr Ilona Boniwell is recognized as Europe’s leading researcher, innovator and thinker in the expanding world of positive psychology.Positive Psychology in a Nutshelloffers something for everyone with an interest in discovering how to live optimally. This brilliant littlebook is packed with scientific evidence identifying the key ingredients that help to create a happy life. Read it and learn how to change yours for the better.
Dr Cecilia d'Felice, Consultant Psychologist, Author and Columnist forThe TimesandThe Metro

Positive Psychology in a Nutshellis a little gem of a book, beautifully and engagingly written, and having the marks of a cogent teacher who has mastered the contemporary structure, bounds and outreach of her field. This is a 'must read', and a welcome antidote for all thoseengaged in the caring professions.
Richard Whitfield, Human Development Specialist, Educator, Poet and Chairman of Trustees of the Face-to-Face Trust

As good an introduction to positive psychology as you can read. A must-read book for all those involved in the education and health industries.
Dr Anthony Seldon, Master, Wellington College, Berkshire, UK

Positive Psychology in a Nutshellis a comprehensive, user friendly, thoughtful introduction and critique of the field. Simply put, it is the best overview out there that can be read in a couple of sittings. Those with no psychology background find it fascinating and informative; those with serious credentials find it to be a credible overview and critique of the field.
Dr Carol Kauffman, Co-founder and Director of the Coaching and Positive Psychology Initiative, Harvard Medical School, USA

In a nutshell, I could scarcely put down this intelligent, balanced and irresistible introduction to positive psychology!
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