Positive Psychology: Harnessing the Power of Happiness, Mindfulness, and Inner Strength
Ronald D. Siegel, Medical Editor
A Harvard Medical School Special Health Report
Positive emotions have been linked with better health, longer life, and greater well-being in numerous scientific studies. On the other hand, chronic anger, worry, and hostility increase the risk of developing heart disease, as people react to these feelings with raised blood pressure and stiffening of blood vessels. But it isn’t easy to maintain a healthy, positive emotional state. We often misjudge what will make us happy and content.
Positive Psychology, a Special Health Report from Harvard Medical School, is a guide to enhancing well-being and happiness based on the latest research. It includes self-assessment tests and step-by-step advice and exercises to help you thrive both physically and psychologically.
