The Virtues in Psychiatric Practice

The Virtues in Psychiatric Practice explores the role of the virtues, a tenet of positive psychology, in promoting human flourishing within the context of psychiatric practice. Using case examples to consider the incentives of fostering particular virtues, the place of this approach amongst existing approaches, and the relationship between the therapist's and the patient's values, this book develops a clearer understanding of clinical indications for focusing on virtues and enhanced practical ways of promoting human growth.