1 research 1.1 pursuit of happiness in hostile world 1.2 multiple appearances of happiness 1.3 endurance of holocaust survivors , long-term effects of trauma in life 1.4 gerontological investigations: exploring underpinnings of aging research dov shmotkin’s scientific work has solidified dialectical approach human happiness , suffering, emphasizing developmental paths along adulthood , old age. main concern has been explore psychological mechanisms whereby people can maintain well-being , resilience in face of life adversities , aging processes may inflict trauma, decline , loss. in conceptual model, entitled pursuit of happiness in hostile world, shmotkin, along associates made vital contributions (mainly former doctoral students), have developed dynamic view on intertwinement of resilience , vulnerability. conceptual , empirical work of shmotkin in domains of gerontology sought elucidate how wellness, adaptational functioning , self-fulfillment might counter frailty, disability , dis...