Psychology of Emotions, Motivations and Actions

Emotion regulation (ER), which refers to the ability to identify, experience, modulate, and express emotions, is critical to adaptive functioning. Although the term ER has been used synonymously with coping strategies, affect regulation, and self-regulation, it is important to differentiate ER from these other constructs to ensure optimal construct validity and accurate measurement. To this…

Communication is a complex two-way process, involving the encoding, translation, and decoding of bother verbal and non-verbal cues. The most fundamental cue we utilize when communication with others is that of the human face. This book examines several topics on the recognition, developmental differences and social importance of emotional and facial expressions. These topics include…

The past few decades have witnessed an increasing number of organization studies that focus on morality. This book presents new research on the psychology of morality. The first chapter begins by analyzing the persistence and revitalization of old beliefs and sacred rituals in rural communities affected by strong processes of rural change. The next chapter…