Psychology: Emotions

Philosophy has long wondered about relations between a happy and an honest, moral life. This book includes chapters on the relationship between the...

Separation anxiety disorder (SAD) is a common childhood anxiety disorder characterised by extreme anxiety in children due to the fear of separation...

Psychological distress has become a very relevant and highly debated topic as a result of the increasing volume of information available. In fact, ...

In this book, the authors present current research in the study of the psychology of memory. Topics discussed include verbal association priming an...

In this book, the authors present current research in the study of the gender differences, socio-cultural influences and health implications of bod...

Personality is composed of both temperament and character traits. Whereas temperament refers to an individual''''s innate emotional predisposition,...

In this book, the authors present current research on the study of the psychology of punishment. Topics discussed in this compilation include effec...

Extraversion is a personality trait characterised by gregariousness, excitement-seeking, and positive affect. Sociability is also considered an imp...

The main goal of this volume is to analyse human development through the life cycle. Using examples of life skills and exercise practice, topics re...

In this book, the authors present current research from across the globe in the study of the psychology and influence of culture. Topics discussed ...

Attitude refers to feelings, beliefs, and reactions of an individual towards an event, phenomenon, object or person. Attitudes are not innate attri...

In this book, the authors present new research in the study of the psychology of anger. Topics discussed include how we look at others in anger and...

In our daily attempt to make sense of life and the world, we come to realise that appropriation of life hinges upon our mindfulness. Being alert to...

The thought-provoking essays brought together in Engaging Affects, Thinking Feelings: Social, Political and Artistic Practices balance critical thi...

Happiness is an everyday term in our lives, and most of us strive to be happy. But defining happiness can be difficult. In this Very Short Introd...