Special Issue on Positive Psychology

Positive Psychology is the scientific study of optimal human functioning, the goals of which are to better understand and apply those factors that help individuals and communities to thrive and flourish. Perusal of the literature on positive psychology reveals many potential applications of the emerging research for a diversity of people within a wide variety of settings. There seems to be no better fit, however, for positive psychology than within the therapy room. Indeed, research to date supports the notion that client conceptualizations and the incorporation of exercises informed by positive psychology can provide lasting positive outcomes for therapy clients.

In this special issue, we intend to invite front-line researchers and authors to submit original research and review articles on exploring positive psychology. Potential topics include, but are not limited to:

• Positive psychology
• Positive emotions
• Positive individual traits
• Positive institutions
• Subjective well-being
• Broaden-and-build theory
• Eudemonia

Authors should read over the journal’s Authors’ Guidelines carefully before submission. Prospective authors should submit an electronic copy of their complete manuscript through the journal’s Paper Submission System.

Please kindly notice that the “Special Issue” under your manuscript title is supposed to be specified and the research field “Special Issue - Positive Psychology” should be chosen during your submission.

According to the following timetable:

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