Eastern Psychology: Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism by Compton Ph. D., William

Eastern Psychology: Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781466494626)

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Eastern Psychology: Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism by Compton Ph. D., William

Eastern Psychology: Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism

$12.95
Eastern Psychology: Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism by Compton Ph. D., William

Eastern Psychology: Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism

$12.95
Format: Paperback
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An introduction to Eastern psychological systems as found in the classic texts and practices of Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism. Topics covered include: perspectives on mental health and well-being, personality theories, interventions for optimal well-being (primarily a discussion of meditation styles), and a comparison with contemporary Western psychology. The book is accurate and informative, while also maintaining a style that is readable and accessible. Therefore, the book is suitable for anyone interested in a basic understanding of Eastern psychology and may also be used as a college textbook.

Author: William Compton Ph. D.
ISBN-10: 146649462X
ISBN-13: 9781466494626
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Language: English
Published: 06/18/2012
Pages: 200
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.42d
By William Compton Ph. D.
By William Compton Ph. D.
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William Compton, Ph.D. is a professor of psychology at Middle Tennessee State University. He has studied eastern approaches to psychology as a student, practitioner, and a scholar for over 45 years. Compton has published a number of papers in professional journals and presented at numerous professional conferences. His research has focused primarily on optimal mental health, meditation, eastern psychology, and the dimensions of well-being. He is also the author of "An Introduction to Positive Psychology" (2005) and "Positive Psychology: The Science of Happiness and Flourishing" (2nd edition) with Edward Hoffman (2013). He has studied primarily within the Zen Buddhist tradition, but has also studied yoga and tai chi chuan.

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