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This comprehensive Encyclopedia delves into the underpinnings, approaches, and recent advancements in the dynamic global landscape of happiness and wellbeing research. Laying out the foundational concepts and disciplinary perspectives in the field, international leading and diverse authors survey the determinants and mechanisms which are associated with and cause happiness, quality of life and subjective wellbeing. They cover wellbeing variations across populations worldwide, looking closely at the different methods and measures used to carry out this research. With a focus on emerging research, this Encyclopedia discusses trending topics such as animal happiness, big data, genetic engineering, eco-anxiety, war, and working from home. Ultimately, it fosters a sophisticated discourse on both individual and societal wellbeing. With its concise summaries, this informative Encyclopedia of Happiness, Quality of Life and Subjective Wellbeing is an essential read for scholars anthropology, biology, demography, economics, ethics, intercultural studies, medicine, neuroscience, pedagogy, psychology, public policy, social work, and sociology. It will also be a valuable reference to policymakers and practitioners involved in business consulting, education, public health, organizational design, social work, or urban planning. Key Features: Transdisciplinary contributions on the past, present and future of happiness, quality of life, and subjective wellbeing research Open Access contribution written by the six editors of the UN's World Happiness Report Over 60 entries from 100 emerging and established experts across multiple scientific domains, diverse origins and different countries.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
30 August 2024
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14 January 2024

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