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Character strengths and virtues : a handbook and classification

A report from a group of researchers in the Values in Action Classification Project, this is a handbook of human strengths and virtues. Addressing issues of assessment and measurement, and directions for future research, it is aimed at a pscyhologist who is interested in positive psychology and its relevance to clinical, and social psychology.
Print Book, English, 2004
American Psychological Association ; Oxford University Press, Washington, DC, New York, 2004
Manuales
xiv, 800 p. ; 26 cm
9780195167016, 0195167015
318397443
PART 1: BACKGROUND ; 1. Introduction to a "Manual of the Sanities" ; 2. Universal Virtues? - Lessons from History ; 3. Previous Classifications of Character Strengths ; PART 2: STRENGTHS OF CHARACTER ; Strengths of Wisdom and Knowledge ; 4. Creativity [Originality, Ingenuity] ; 5. Curiosity [Interest, Novelty-Seeking, Openness to Experience] ; 6. Open-Mindedness [Judgement, Critical Thinking] ; 7. Love of Learning ; 8. Perspective [Wisdom] ; Strengths of Courage ; 9. Bravery [Valor] ; 10. Persistence [Perseverance, Industriousness] ; 11. Integrity [Authenticity, Honesty] ; 12. Vitality [Zest, Enthusiasm, Vigor, Energy] ; Strengths of Humanity ; 13. Love ; 14. Kindness [Generosity, Nurturance, Care, Compassion, Altruistic Love, "Niceness"] ; 15. Social Intelligence [Emotional Intelligence, Personal Intelligence] ; Strengths of Justice ; 16. Citizenship [Social Responsibility, Loyalty, Teamwork] ; 17. Fairness ; 18. Leadership ; Strengths of Temperance ; 19. Forgiveness and Mercy ; 20. Modesty and Humility ; 21. Prudence ; 22. Self-Regulation [Self-Control] ; Strengths of Transcendence ; 23. Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence [Awe, Wonder, Elevation] ; 24. Gratitude ; 25. Hope [Optimism, Future-Mindedness, Future Orientation] ; 26. Humor [Playfulness] ; 27. Spirituality [Religiousness, Faith, Purpose] ; PART 3: CONCLUSIONS ; 28. Assessment and Applications
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