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Leisure and Wellbeing

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Call no.
: 306.4812/LEI
Author
: Edited by Louise Mansfield
Contributor
: Nur Asikin Binti Ahmad
Summary
Leisure and Wellbeing, edited by Louise Mansfield and published by Routledge, explores the profound impact of leisure on individual and collective wellbeing. This scholarly collection presents diverse perspectives on how leisure contributes to health, happiness, and quality of life, addressing its effects on mental, emotional, physical, and social wellbeing. Key themes include stress relief, creativity, social interaction, and personal fulfillment. The book also examines the societal and cultural dimensions of leisure, exploring accessibility, engagement, and its broader implications for different communities. By highlighting both the benefits and challenges of leisure practices, it offers valuable insights for researchers, students, and professionals in leisure studies, health psychology, sociology, and public health.