This page provides a comprehensive list of references supporting the principles of Positive Psychology in Corrections. These resources offer valuable insights for further exploration and study. However, this list is not exhaustive. If you are aware of additional relevant resources, please visit our Contact Page and send a message!

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• Akhtar, M. (2012). Positive psychology for overcoming depression: Self-help strategies for happiness, inner strength, and well-being. London: Watkins Publishing.

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• Armstrong, C. (2008). Finding gratitude within prison walls. Retrieved from Compassion in Juvenile Sentencing.

• Ayan, S. (2009). How humor makes you friendlier, sexier. Scientific American Magazine, March 25, 2009.

• Babauta, L. (2007). A guide to cultivating compassion in your life, with 7 practices. Zen Habits. Retrieved from Zen Habits.

• Baumeister, R., Bratslavsky, E., Finkenauer, C., & Vohs, K. (2001). Bad is stronger than good. Review of General Psychology, 5, 323–370.

• Berk, R. A. (2008). What everyone should know about humor and laughter. Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor.

• Buckingham, W. (2012). Introducing happiness: A practical guide. London: Icon Books; New York: Totem Books.

• Chahine, A. (2013). Positive psychology group therapy for maximum security male inmates: Identifying, nurturing, and enhancing strengths and virtues. Retrieved from Corrections.com.

• Cowger, C. D. (1994). Assessing client strengths: Clinical assessment for client empowerment. Social Work, 39(3), 262–268.

• Csikszentmihalyi, M. (1997). Finding flow: The psychology of engagement with everyday life. New York: Basic Books.

• Diener, E., & Biswas-Diener, R. (2008). The science of optimal happiness. Boston: Blackwell Publishing.

• Diener, E., Sandvik, E., & Pavot, W. G. (1990). Happiness is the frequency, not intensity, of positive versus negative affect. In F. Strack, M. Argyle, & N. Schwarz (Eds.), Subjective well-being: An interdisciplinary perspective (pp. 119–139). Elmsford, NY: Pergamon Press.

• Dumas, J. E., Johnson, M., & Lynch, A. M. (2002). Likableness, familiarity, and frequency of 844 person-descriptive words. Personality and Individual Differences, 32, 523–531.

• Emmons, R., & McCullough, M. (2010). Highlights from the research project of gratitude and thankfulness. Retrieved from UC Davis.

• Fredrickson, B. L. (2000). Cultivating positive emotions to optimize health and well-being. Retrieved from APA Journals.

• Fredrickson, B. L. (2009). Positivity. New York: Three Rivers Press.

• Froh, J. J. (2008). Review of the book Thanks! How the new science of gratitude can make you happier. The Journal of Positive Psychology, 3, 80–83.

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• Harvey, J. H., & Omarzu, J. (1999). Minding the close relationship: A theory of relationship enhancement. New York: Cambridge University Press.

• Jarden, A. (2012). Positive psychologists on positive psychology: Acaia Parks. International Journal of Wellbeing, 2(2), 98–104. https://doi.org/10.5502/ijw.v2i2.7

• Johnson, R., & Dobrzanska, A. (2005). Mature coping among life-sentenced inmates: An exploratory study. Corrections Compendium, 30, 8–9, 36–38.

• Kendall, P. C. (1993). Cognitive-behavioral therapies with youth: Guiding theory, current status, and emerging developments. Journal of Consulting & Clinical Psychology, 61(2), 235–247.

• Lambert, N., Gwinn, A., Fincham, F., & Stillman, T. (2011). Feeling tired? How sharing positive experiences can boost vitality. International Journal of Wellbeing, 1(3), 307–314.

• Lefcourt, H. M., & Martin, R. A. (2011). Humor and life stress. New York: Springer-Verlag.

• Lyubomirsky, S. (2007). The how of happiness: A new approach to getting the life you want. London: Penguin Press.

• Martin, R. A. (2007). The psychology of humor: An integrative approach. Burlington, MA: Elsevier Academic Press.

• Norem, J. K. (2001). The positive power of negative thinking. Cambridge: Basic Books.

• Peterson, C. (2006). A primer in positive psychology. New York: Oxford University Press.

• Peterson, C., & Seligman, M. (2004). Character strengths and virtues: A handbook and classification. New York: Oxford University Press.

• Rapp, R. C. (1998). The strengths perspective: Proving “my strengths” and “it works.” Social Work, 52(2), 185–186.

• Reivich, K., & Shatté, A. (2002). The resilience factor. New York: Broadway Books.

• Saleebey, D. (1996). The strengths perspective in social work practice: Extensions and cautions. Social Work, 41(3), 296–305.

• Seligman, M. E. P. (1991). Learned optimism: How to change your mind and your life. New York: Knopf.

• Seligman, M. E. P. (2002). Authentic happiness: Using the new positive psychology to realize your potential for lasting fulfillment. New York: Free Press.

• Seligman, M. E. P. (2011). Flourish: A visionary new understanding of happiness and well-being. New York: Free Press.

• Seligman, M. E. P., & Csikszentmihalyi, M. (2000). Positive psychology: An introduction. American Psychologist, 55(1), 5–14.

• Siebert, A. (2005). The resiliency advantage: Master change, thrive under pressure, and bounce back from setbacks. Portland: Practical Psychology Press.

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