The Changing Nature of Happiness

Provides access to unique qualitative and comparative data on happiness that can provide insight into how perceptions have changed from 1938-2016

Examines the theoretical and historical underpinnings of happiness as well as the varying definitions and changing nature of the concept over time

Outlines suggestions for future directions in happiness research and potential opportunities and challenges

Autorentext
Sandie McHugh is an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Bolton, UK. She originally became interested in applied psychology as a sports competitor and while working in the public sector. Her current research interests centre on cultural psychology, positive psychology and happiness.

Inhalt
Chapter One. Happiness Down the Ages; Theory and Philosophy.- Chapter Two. Enjoyment and Happiness.- Chapter Three. Happiness in Worktown 1938 and Bolton 2014.- Chapter Four. Happiness Perceptions; a Comparison 1938 and 2014.- Chapter Five. Everyday Leisure in Worktown and Bolton.- Chapter Six. Observations in a Set Situation: Children's Experiences in Worktown: Bolton.- Chapter Seven. Future Directions in Happiness research.