Making an Impact on Mental Health

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<P>Advancements in research in psychological science have afforded great insights into how our minds work. <I>Making an Impact on Mental Health </I>analyses contemporary, international research to examine a number of core themes in mental health, such as mindfulness and attachment, and provides an understanding of the sources of mentally ill health and strategies for remediation.</P><P></P><P>The originality of this work is the embedding of psychological science in an evolutionary approach. Each chapter discusses the context of a specific research project, looking at the methodological and practical challenges, how the results have been interpreted and communicated, the impact and legacy of the research and the lessons learnt. As a whole, the book looks at how social environments shape who we are and how we form relationships with others, which can be detrimental, but equally a source of flourishing and well-being. </P><P></P><P>Covering a range of themes conducive to understanding and