This is the first work to condense the large literature on explanatory style -- one's tendency to offer similar sorts of explanations for different events. This cognitive variable has been related to psychopathology, physical health, achievement and success. Compiled by experts in the fields of depression, anxiety, psychoneuroimmunology and motivation, this volume details our current level of understanding and outlines gaps in our knowledge.
Key Features
- Comprehensive overview of explanatory style and its implications.
- Insights from experts in depression, anxiety, psychoneuroimmunology, and motivation.
- Presentation of data from a vast number of studies, including previously unreported results.
- Coverage of cross-cultural comparisons, life-span and development issues, and gender differences.
- Extensive description of measurement methods for children, college populations, and adults.
Additional Information
This work is thus a valuable tool for anyone involved in research on the etiology and treatment of depression, cognitive therapy, motivation and emotion, and the link between physical and psychological well-being.
