An introduction to Eastern psychological systems as found in the classic texts and practices of Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism.
Topics covered include: perspectives on mental health and well-being, personality theories, interventions for optimal well-being (primarily a discussion of meditation styles), and a comparison with contemporary Western psychology.
The book is accurate and informative, while also maintaining a style that is readable and accessible.
Therefore, the book is suitable for anyone interested in a basic understanding of Eastern psychology and may also be used as a college textbook.
About the Author: William Compton, Ph.
is a professor of psychology at Middle Tennessee State University.
He has studied eastern approaches to psychology as a student, practitioner, and a scholar for over 45 years.
Compton has published a number of papers in professional journals and presented at numerous professional conferences.
His research has focused primarily on optimal mental health, meditation, eastern psychology, and the dimensions of well-being.
He is also the author of An Introduction to Positive Psychology (2005) and Positive Psychology: The Science of Happiness and Flourishing (2nd edition) with Edward Hoffman (2013).
He has studied primarily within the Zen Buddhist tradition, but has also studied yoga and tai chi chuan.
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