Abstract
This introductory chapter begins with a discussion of envy and how many people find it difficult to rid themselves of this painful emotion; a situation made worse by the presence of societal norms rendering the emotion shameful. An overview of the subsequent chapters is then presented.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Envy |
Subtitle of host publication | Theory and Research |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9780199301485 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Apr 1 2010 |
Bibliographical note
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Keywords
- Emotion
- Envy
- Human behavior
- Social norms
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Psychology