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Positive Psychology and Well-being

Positive psychology and well-being encompass the scientific study of human flourishing, optimal functioning, and the factors that enable individuals and communities to thrive. Research published in Human Psychology explores diverse dimensions of this field, examining how people construct meaning, regulate emotions, …

Curated from this journal's research 📚 5 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 8× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2644-1101 🗓 Reviewed July 2026

Overview

Positive psychology and well-being encompass the scientific study of human flourishing, optimal functioning, and the factors that enable individuals and communities to thrive. Research published in Human Psychology explores diverse dimensions of this field, examining how people construct meaning, regulate emotions, and navigate cultural contexts that shape psychological health. Studies have investigated the cognitive mechanisms underlying abstract concept representation through conceptual metaphor theory, offering insights into how individuals mentally organize experiences related to well-being. Other work has explored self-regulatory processes during frustration in challenging physical activities like rock climbing, revealing how people maintain motivation and psychological resilience. The journal has also published research on moral-emotional identity regulation through honor and shame dynamics among diaspora populations, demonstrating how cultural values influence psychological adaptation and self-concept. Additional contributions examine the relationship between cultural identity and creative expression in adolescents, as well as theoretical frameworks proposing quantum-holographic approaches to understanding consciousness at individual and collective levels. This body of work reflects the multifaceted nature of positive psychology, addressing cognitive, emotional, cultural, and theoretical dimensions that contribute to understanding human well-being across varied contexts and populations.

Research published in this journal

5 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 5 articles above have been cited 8 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Positive Psychology and Well-being, linking to each citing work.

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Human Psychology (ISSN 2644-1101).

Journal editorial board
Christopher Mesagno · Australia Larkin Lamarche · canada Giuseppe Lanza · Italy

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