Psychology of Shame: Interdisciplinary Perspectives - by Luciano Watts (Hardcover)
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Highlights
- Shame is defined as an unpleasant emotion, which is linked with the negative evaluation of one's own self.
- Author(s): Luciano Watts
- 356 Pages
- Psychology, Emotions
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About the Book
Shame is defined as an unpleasant emotion, which is linked with the negative evaluation of one's own self. It is often linked with the feeling of pain, demotivation, exposure, powerlessness, worthlessness, and distrust. It is a social or moral emotion, which makes people deny and hide their wrongdoings. Shame may hinder a person's personal development and it also affects the involvement of people in society. People experience shame as a result of deviating from the commonly accepted and practiced values and norms. From a psychological perspective, shame can be categorized into narcissistic, situational, existential, and class. It can also lead to mental conditions such as narcissistic personality disorder and depression. This book provides comprehensive insights on the psychology of shame. The readers would gain knowledge that would provide them with interdisciplinary perspectives on the concept of shame. The book is appropriate for students seeking detailed information in this area of study as well as for experts.Book Synopsis
Shame is defined as an unpleasant emotion, which is linked with the negative evaluation of one's own self. It is often linked with the feeling of pain, demotivation, exposure, powerlessness, worthlessness, and distrust. It is a social or moral emotion, which makes people deny and hide their wrongdoings. Shame may hinder a person's personal development and it also affects the involvement of people in society. People experience shame as a result of deviating from the commonly accepted and practiced values and norms. From a psychological perspective, shame can be categorized into narcissistic, situational, existential, and class. It can also lead to mental conditions such as narcissistic personality disorder and depression. This book provides comprehensive insights on the psychology of shame. The readers would gain knowledge that would provide them with interdisciplinary perspectives on the concept of shame. The book is appropriate for students seeking detailed information in this area of study as well as for experts.Dimensions (Overall): 9.0 Inches (H) x 6.0 Inches (W) x .81 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.42 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 356
Genre: Psychology
Sub-Genre: Emotions
Publisher: NY Research Press
Format: Hardcover
Author: Luciano Watts
Language: English
Street Date: September 26, 2023
TCIN: 1005998716
UPC: 9781647254742
Item Number (DPCI): 247-20-1367
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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