Well-Being in Contemporary Society
Publisher: Springer
Published: Nov 14, 2014
Format: hardcover
Number of pages: 250
ISBN-13: 9783319064581
Description: This anthology examines the practical role of well-being in contemporary society. It discusses developments such as globalization, consumerism, and the rapid innovation and use of new and emerging technologies, and focuses on the significant impact of these developments on the well-being of people living today. The anthology brings together researchers from various disciplines, including psychology, economics, sociology, philosophy, and development studies. It provides concrete insight on the role and importance of well-being in contemporary society, using a mix of empirical grounding, philosophical rigour, and an emphasis on real-world applications. It is unique in that it seeks to understand the relation between well-being research and its application towards real problems.
Notes: Source title: Well-Being in Contemporary Society (Happiness Studies Book Series)