Physical Activity as a "Stellar" Positive Psychology Intervention

Kate Hefferon; Nanette Mutrie

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Physical Activity as a "Stellar" Positive Psychology Intervention

Kate Hefferon^*, Nanette Mutrie

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This chapter discusses the origins of the positive psychology movement; the main theoretical areas within positive psychology, such as positive emotions, resilience, and psychological well-being; and how physical activity provides a stellar medium for application of these concepts. Furthermore, the chapter discusses the links between the disciplines of positive psychology and physical activity in relation to interventions for well-being. The chapter concludes with a critical reflection and suggestions for future research.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	The Oxford Handbook of Exercise Psychology
Publisher	Oxford University Press
Pages	1-22
Number of pages	22
ISBN (Electronic)	9780199968848
ISBN (Print)	9780195394313
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1093/oxfordhb/9780195394313.013.0007
Publication status	Published - 18 Sept 2012

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Physical activity
Positive emotions
Positive psychology
Positive psychology interventions
Psychological well-being
Resilience

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