Heroism and Wellbeing in the 21st Century: Applied and Emerging Perspectives

Book Overview

Offering a holistic take on an emerging field, this edited collection examines how heroism manifests, is appropriated, and is constructed in a broad range of settings and from a variety of disciplines and perspectives. Psychologists, educators, lawyers, researchers and cultural analysts consider how heroism intersects with wellbeing, and how we still use--and even abuse--heroism as a vehicle to thrive and prosper in the everyday and in the face of the most unbearable situations. Highlighting some of the most pressing issues in today's world--including genocide, racism, deceitful business practices, bystanderism, mental health, unethical governance and the global refugee crisis--this book applies a critical psychological perspective in synthesizing the social construction of heroism and wellbeing, contributing to the development of global wellbeing indicators and measures.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0367432919
• ISBN13: 9780367432911
• Release Date: March 2021
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 252 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"