Martin E.P. Seligman

Born in 1942
  • Martin E. P. Seligman is a prominent American psychologist, educator, and author.

  • As the Zellerbach Family Professor of Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, he has made significant contributions to the field of positive psychology.

  • Seligman served as President of the American Psychological Association in 1998 and founded the electronic journal Prevention and Treatment Magazine.

  • His research on learned helplessness and optimism has been influential in psychology.

  • Seligman has authored numerous books on positive psychology topics, including "The Optimistic Child," "Learned Optimism," and "Authentic Happiness." His work continues to shape the understanding of human well-being and resilience.

Books by Martin E.P. Seligman