Interview with Dr. Mohsen Joshanloo: Exploring the cultural fear of happiness
Keywords:
wellbeing, culture, fear of happiness, fragility of happiness, beliefs about happinessAbstract
In this volume of the Middle East Journal of Positive Psychology, we explore the views, hopes, and current research agendas of those working to advance knowledge in the field of positive psychology within the MENA region, or who research aspects of culture and religion relevant to it. We uncover their thoughts on the current status of knowledge as well as what opportunities and pitfalls exist. Here, we discuss with Dr. Mohsen Joshanloo, his thoughts on where the field is heading, how it has matured over time, his work on Islamic culture and wellbeing, as well as what still needs uncovering in terms of regional research on these topics.References
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