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Wellbeing: Foundations Of Hedonic Psychology
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The Nature Of Wellbeing Is One Of The Most Enduring And Elusive Subjects Of Human Inquiry. Wellbeing Draws Upon The Latest Scientific Research To Transform Our Understanding Of This Ancient Question. With Contributions From Leading Authorities In Psychology, Social Psychology, And Neuroscience, This Volume Presents The Definitive Account Of Current Scientific Efforts To Understand Human Pleasure And Pain, Contentment And Despair. The Distinguished Contributors To This Volume Combine A Rigorous Analysis Of Human Sensations, Emotions, And Moods With A Broad Assessment Of The Many Factors, From Heredity To Nationality, That Bear On Our Wellbeing. Using The Tools Of Experimental Science, The Contributors Confront The Puzzles Of Human Likes And Dislikes. Why Do We Grow Accustomed And Desensitized To Changes In Our Lives, Both Good And Bad? Does Our Happiness Reflect The Circumstances Of Our Lives Or Is It Determined By Our Temperament And Personality? Why Do Humans Acquire Tastes For Sensations That Are Initially Painful Or Unpleasant? By Examining The Roots Of Our Everyday Likes And Dislikes, The Book Also Sheds Light On Some Of The More Extreme Examples Of Attraction And Aversion, Such As Addiction And Depression. Among Its Wide Ranging Inquiries, Wellbeing Examines Systematic Differences In Moods And Behaviors Between Genders, Explaining Why Women Suffer Higher Rates Of Depression And Anxiety Than Men, But Are Also More Inclined To Express Positive Emotions. The Book Also Makes International Comparisons, Finding That Some Countries' Populations Report Higher Levels Of Happiness Than Others. The Contributors Deploy An Array Of Methods, From The Surveys And Questionnaires Of Social Science To Psychological And Physiological Experiments, To Develop A Comprehensive New Approach To The Study Of Wellbeing. They Show How The Sensory Pleasures Of The Body Can Tells Us Something About The Higher Pleasures Of The Mind And Even How The Effectiveness Of Our Immune System Can Depend Upon The Health Of Our Social Relationships.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Well-Being: Foundations of Hedonic Psychology'? A: The book explores the nature of well-being, drawing from scientific research in psychology, social psychology, and neuroscience to understand human pleasure, pain, and emotional states.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: 'Well-Being: Foundations of Hedonic Psychology' is authored by Daniel Kahneman, a renowned psychologist known for his work on the psychology of judgment and decision-making.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into the factors that influence well-being, including heredity, nationality, and psychological aspects of emotions and moods.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book is suitable for academic study as it includes contributions from leading experts and features rigorous analysis supported by scientific methods.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in its First Paperback Edition, published on February 13, 2003.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: 'Well-Being: Foundations of Hedonic Psychology' contains 605 pages of content.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it has been previously owned but is still in a satisfactory state.
- Q: Does the book cover differences in well-being across genders? A: Yes, the book examines systematic differences in moods and behaviors between genders, particularly focusing on why women experience higher rates of depression and anxiety.
- Q: Are there any comparisons of happiness levels among different countries in the book? A: Yes, the book includes international comparisons, revealing that certain countries report higher levels of happiness than others.
- Q: What methods do the contributors use to study well-being? A: Contributors employ a range of methods including surveys, questionnaires, and psychological experiments to develop a comprehensive understanding of well-being.