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Edward Hoffman is an Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor of Psychology at the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology, Yeshiva University. His research focuses on humanistic psychology, positive psychology, and cross-cultural studies, with a particular emphasis on peak experiences, mental health, and the legacy of key figures like Abraham Maslow and Alfred Adler. He has published extensively on topics such as loneliness, cultural comparisons of psychological phenomena, and the integration of Eastern philosophies into Western psychology.
His work spans theoretical and applied psychology, including studies on peak experiences in diverse populations (e.g., youth in Japan, India, and China), the role of altruism in well-being, and the historical contributions of humanistic psychologists. His publications reflect a commitment to interdisciplinary research, blending psychology with cultural studies, education, and spirituality.
Hoffman has authored biographies of influential psychologists, such as Abraham Maslow: A Biographer’s Reflections (2008) and Wilhelm Reich: The Man Who Dreamed of Tomorrow (1990), highlighting his role as a historian of psychology. He has also taught courses like Personality (PSY 3800 in Spring 2017).
His research themes include:
- Cross-cultural comparisons of peak experiences and mental health
- Applications of humanistic psychology in education and counseling
- The intersection of psychology with Jewish mysticism and spirituality
- Historical analysis of key figures in psychology
Notable contributions include exploring travel’s impact on peak experiences, the psychological benefits of altruism, and the global relevance of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs.
