Mindfulness Giving - Harnessing the Art and Science of Positive Psychology

This accessible book offers a unique, evidence-based perspective on the art and science of giving. It combines concepts from psychology, neuroscience and social science theory with stories from interviewees on their experiences as a giver and receiver.

List of contents

1. Introduction and Giving Defined 2. Theories on Why We Give 3. Who, What, Where, How, and Why to Giving 4. Evaluating Where we Give: Nonprofit Organizations 5. Benefits to Giving 6. Gratitude and Being a Recipient 7. Ill Effects of Giving and the Need for Creating Boundaries 8. Developing Your Plan/Ceating a Ripple: What will be your story? 9. Empowering Children in Their Giving 10. Cultivating Giving: Ideas for Advancement Personnel and Those That Fundraise

About the author

Maria Cuddy‑Casey, PhD, has always had a passion for serving the community and chose a field in psychology to help others. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and professor at Immaculata University where she has taught for over 25 years. Her clinical work focuses on children through to young adults, and she specializes in underserved populations.

Summary

This accessible book offers a unique, evidence-based perspective on the art and science of giving. It combines concepts from psychology, neuroscience and social science theory with stories from interviewees on their experiences as a giver and receiver.

Product details

• Authors: Maria Cuddy-Casey
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 20.09.2024
• EAN: 9781032572147
• ISBN: 978-1-0-3257214-7
• No. of pages: 384
• Subjects: Social sciences, law, business > Social sciences (general); BODY, MIND & SPIRIT / Inspiration & Personal Growth, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Philanthropy & Charity, PSYCHOLOGY / Mental Health, PSYCHOLOGY / Applied Psychology, Social & cultural anthropology, ethnography, Psychotherapy, Social welfare & social services, Health psychology, Social, group or collective psychology, Social welfare and social services, Social and cultural anthropology, Human Growth & Development, Human growth and development