Nettle, Daniel
Happiness: The Science behind Your Smile
- ISBN 13:
- 9780192805591
- author:
- Nettle, Daniel
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 121 mm X 171 mm
- Genre:
- Cognition & cognitive psychology
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Daniel Nettle explores the complex and multifaceted nature of happiness in this thought-provoking book. Drawing on insights from psychiatry, psychology, and philosophy, Nettle examines the underlying causes of happiness and unhappiness, revealing surprising findings about its relationship to success, culture, and brain function. From the evolutionary roots of negative thoughts to the role of serotonin and mood-enhancing drugs, Nettle sheds light on the intricate mechanisms that govern human emotions. He also discusses how people's perceptions of happiness vary across cultures and age groups, offering a nuanced understanding of this fundamental human desire. Ultimately, Nettle suggests that happiness may be more closely tied to experiences like time with others or engaging in hobbies than to material possessions or financial success. This insightful book offers a compelling portrait of the human experience, one that has resonated with thinkers across centuries.
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