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    Health, happiness, and well-being : better living through psychological science / Steven J. Lynn, William T. O'Donohue, Scott O. Lilienfeld, editors.

    • Title:Health, happiness, and well-being : better living through psychological science / Steven J. Lynn, William T. O'Donohue, Scott O. Lilienfeld, editors.
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    • Other Contributors/Collections:Lynn, Steven J.
      O'Donohue, William T.
      Lilienfeld, Scott O., 1960-
    • Published/Created:Los Angeles : SAGE, [2015]
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    • Library of Congress Subjects:Happiness.
      Health.
      Well-being.
    • Description:vii, 462 pages ; 23 cm
    • Summary:Health, Happiness, and Well-Being provides the essential tools for becoming a knowledgeable consumer of information on behavioral health. Drawing on the research of leading scholars in the field, the book shows readers how to debunk popular myths about health and well-being with coverage of such topics as the evaluation of claims, an examination of correlation versus causation, and the influence of popular beliefs in shaping opinions. Packed with examples drawn from the media and scientific journals, the text also discusses why accurate, up-to-date, and valid health information is vital to achieving the good life. Key Features, Introduces the principles of scientific thinking and means for distinguishing science from pseudoscience in Chapter 1. Examines such topics as the evaluation of claims and evidence in terms of the value of replication, how to distinguish correlation vs. causation, the effect of cognitive biases, limitations in conclusions that can be drawn from biased samples, and the influence of popular yet unsubstantiated beliefs in shaping opinions. Includes many topics central to behavioral health and well-being such as parenting, happiness, emotion regulation, relationship skills, sleep, and problem solving. Highlights the lost opportunities associated with pursuing ineffective treatments based on unsubstantiated information. Features a common structure in every chapter: definition and illustration of key concepts; review of research; role of the concept, technique, or personal enhancement method in the healthcare system; specifics for application, including a case study; and conclusions, including future directions. Draws on the expertise of leading scholars in psychology from a wide array of fields including clinical, cognitive, health, medical, social, and interpersonal psychology. Book jacket.
    • Notes:Includes bibliographical references and index.
    • ISBN:9781452203171 (pbk.)
      1452203172 (pbk.)
    • Contents:Machine-generated contents note: 1. Health, Happiness, and Well-Being: Better Living Through Psychological Science / Scott O. Lilienfeld
      pt. I ESSENTIAL SKILLS FOR BETTER LIVING
      2. Emotion Regulation: Staying in Control / Cynthia L. Ramirez
      3. Effective Problem-Solving / Sarah Ricelli
      4. Understanding and Enhancing Psychological Acceptance / Lynn L. Brandsma
      pt. II COPING AND RESILIENCE
      5. Stress, Coping, and Resilience in the Face of Trauma / Clair Rummel
      6. Coping With Chronic Pain / David R. Patterson
      7. Chilling Out: Meditation, Relaxation, and Yoga / Liam Condon
      pt. III STAYING HEALTHY AND BECOMING HEALTHIER
      8. Sleeping Well / Tucker Peck
      9. Science Weighs in on Obesity / Linda W. Craighead
      10. Exercise: A Path to Physical and Psychological Well-Being / Steven Jay Lynn
      pt. IV HAPPINESS AND SPIRITUALITY
      11. What Psychological Science Knows About Achieving Happiness / Sonja Lyubomirsky
      12. Integrating Religion and Spirituality Into Treatment: Research and Practice / Kenneth I. Pargament
      13. Building Wisdom and Character / Robert J. Sternberg
      pt. V ENRICHING RELATIONSHIPS, MANAGING MONEY
      14. Making Marriage (and Other Relationships) Work / Matthew D. Johnson
      15. The Joys of Loving: Enhancing Sexual Experiences / Rachael Ann Fite
      16. Raising Our Kids Well: Guidelines for Positive Parenting / Cy Nadler
      17. Financial Skills / Alexandros Maragakis.
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