POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM REVISITED: A Strengths-Based Approach to Behavioral Challenges in Education

by Dr. Matthew Weinberg, Dianary Mont (Editor)

Overview

Punitive discipline is failing our most vulnerable students. In Positive Psychology in the Classroom Revisited, Dr. Matthew Weinberg offers a powerful alternative: an evidence-based, compassionate model rooted in mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and neurodiversity-affirming practices.

This practical and inspiring guide empowers educators, clinicians, and parents to shift from managing behavior to nurturing growth-helping students with autism, ADHD, and conduct disorders thrive both academically and emotionally.

A must-read for those ready to transform classrooms with empathy, science, and hope.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798319606174
Publisher:	Barnes & Noble Press
Publication date:	06/20/2025
Pages:	370
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.88(d)

About the Author

Dr. Matthew Weinberg is a licensed clinical psychologist, university professor, and leading expert in the field of positive psychology as applied to education. With over 15 years of experience working in schools, private practice, and community settings, he specializes in supporting students with ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and emotional/behavioral challenges.

A seasoned trainer and consultant, Dr. Weinberg has developed and delivered workshops for educators, clinicians, and parents across North America. His academic work has been published in peer-reviewed journals and featured at national psychology and education conferences. He is also the author of the acclaimed?Positive Psychology in the Classroom, which has been adopted in teacher-training programs for its practical, research-based strategies.

Passionate about transforming educational environments, Dr. Weinberg brings warmth, clarity, and compassion to every aspect of his work. When he’s not in the classroom or consulting, he enjoys hiking, family time, and exploring innovative tools that foster resilience and well-being.