Preface -- Acknowledgments -- Introduction: my journey toward creativity -- Creativity : what, when, where, how, and why? -- The history of creativity -- The study of creativity -- Characteristics of creativity -- Creativity and the mind -- The activity of the brain -- Creativity, perception, and replication -- Eureka effect : "Aha!", idea generation, and patterns of thinking -- Creativity and mental disorders -- Creativity and development -- Creativity as a necessity for human development and education -- The impact of personal characteristics, training, and failures on creativity -- Creativity in different spheres of social life -- Creative practices in a complex environment -- Creativity, poetry and music -- Creativity in visual and performing arts -- Creativity and science -- Creativity in health care and nutrition -- Creativity, evolving technology, and delivering information -- Holistic perspective on creativity -- Embracing holistic perspectives of the world -- Causes, effects, and multiple perspectives -- Creativity, complexity and uncertainty -- Creativity and self-determination -- Freedom to create, humor, and self-preservation -- Creativity, stress, and aggression -- Decision making and problem solving -- Creativity |