Introduction to Positive Psychology
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Introduction to Positive Psychology

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What is the primary focus of positive psychology as defined by Maslow?

  • The study of psychological weaknesses
  • The treatment of mental diseases
  • The study of the good man and psychological health (correct)
  • The analysis of negative experiences

    • Which of the following best describes the subjective node of positive psychology?

  • Focuses on interpersonal skills and relationships
  • Analyzes group dynamics and community behaviors
  • Studies positive characteristics of individuals
  • Encompasses positive experiences and states over time (correct)

    • What is a significant goal of positive psychology?

  • To maximize therapeutic interventions for mental illness
  • To emphasize a client's weaknesses
  • To improve the client's life through positive emotions (correct)
  • To promote a disease model of psychological functioning

    • Which of the following does NOT belong to the group node of positive psychology?

    <p>Creativity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the content, which aspect does the individual node of positive psychology focus on?

    <p>Characteristics of the 'good person'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does positive psychology aim to enhance in clients, as mentioned in the content?

    <p>Clients' strengths and unique talents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key emotional state is associated with the subjective node of positive psychology?

    <p>Flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did psychology's focus shift after World War II according to the information provided?

    <p>It focused mainly on healing and repairing psychological damage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary aim of positive psychology?

    <p>To enhance the well-being and quality of life of individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the suggested techniques to help clients in positive psychology?

    <p>Building negative relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is considered a key founder of positive psychology?

    <p>Professor Seligman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Eudaimonia is best described as which of the following concepts?

    <p>A state of happiness and fulfillment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect does humanistic psychology emphasize in its study?

    <p>Qualitative inquiry of human experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following goals is considered the largest goal in positive psychology?

    <p>Enhancing overall happiness and well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one significant contribution of Aristotle to psychology?

    <p>Morality and virtue in relation to a good life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'happy person' refer to?

    <p>A person who is cheerful and upbeat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Applied positive psychology specifically focuses on which area?

    <p>Facilitating optimal functioning in individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of hedonic happiness?

    <p>Derived from pleasure and doing what feels good</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of happiness emphasizes personal ideals and long-term goals?

    <p>Eudaimonic happiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Ryff's model, what does the term 'competence' refer to?

    <p>The tendency to achieve mastery in skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Self-Determination Theory, which of the following is associated with autonomy?

    <p>Ability to manage behavioral pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the PERMA model by Martin Seligman include as a component of well-being?

    <p>Positive emotion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of well-being involves deep involvement in absorbing activities?

    <p>Engagement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key element of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?

    <p>Deficiency needs for basic survival</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'self-actualization' in the context of personal growth?

    <p>Achieving one's full potential</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following dimensions is NOT part of the Social Wellbeing Model?

    <p>Social Ambivalence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of Rogers' Fully Functioning Person?

    <p>Openness to experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the difference between hedonia and eudaimonia?

    <p>Hedonia emphasizes positive emotions, while eudaimonia emphasizes personal growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'flow' refer to in the context of intrinsic motivation?

    <p>Intense experiential involvement in an activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is considered part of growth needs in Maslow's hierarchy?

    <p>Self-transcendence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a sense of meaning contribute to an individual’s wellbeing?

    <p>Personal growth and fulfillment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes a characteristic of eudaimonic wellbeing?

    <p>Living a morally virtuous life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the state described as 'quiet desperation' that is not classified as either mentally ill or mentally healthy?

    <p>Languishing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do signature strengths capture within an individual?

    <p>Core positive qualities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of resilience, what is the primary condition for its development?

    <p>Protective factors outweighing risks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines character strengths?

    <p>Acquired excellences in character traits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many items are there in the Connor–Davidson resilience scale (CD-RISC)?

    <p>25 items</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scale examines both intrapersonal and interpersonal protective factors for healthy adaptation?

    <p>Resilience Scale for Adults (RSA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes when protective factors are effective against the risks to wellbeing?

    <p>Resilience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following concepts is NOT associated with resilience?

    <p>Avoidance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Introduction to Positive Psychology

    • Maslow coined the term 'positive psychology' in 1987 focusing on psychological health
    • Seligman and Csikszentmihalyi (2000) contributed by focusing on subjective, individual, and group positive experiences
    • Positive psychology emphasizes the study of strengths versus weaknesses, a shift from a disease model of human functioning
    • The main goal of positive psychology is to improve the client's life

    Goals of Positive Psychology

    • Positively impact clients' lives
    • Increase positive emotions
    • Develop client's strengths and talents
    • Enhance goal setting and striving
    • Cultivate a sense of hope
    • Nurture a sense of gratitude
    • Build positive relationships
    • Encourage an optimistic outlook
    • Goal 1 (positively impacting clients' lives) is the biggest goal, goals 2-10 are milestones on the way to goal 1

    History of Positive Psychology

    • Professor Seligman's focus on positive psychology emerged after World War II, initially focused on healing mental illness
    • Ancient Greek philosopher, Aristotle, focused on morality, virtue, and living a good life
    • Humanistic psychology contributed qualitative research to study thoughts, behaviors, and experiences; focusing on the whole person

    Types of Happiness

    • Hedonia: Derived from pleasure, associated with fulfilling desires
    • Eudaimonia: Derived from seeking meaning and virtue, fulfilling responsibilities, and pursuing long-term goals

    Theories and Models

    • Ryff's Model: Well-being is multidimensional including self-acceptance, positive relationships, purpose in life, environmental mastery, personal growth, and autonomy.
    • Self-determination Theory: Autonomy, competence, and relatedness are key elements.
    • PERMA Model (Seligman): Positive emotion, engagement, relationships, meaning and accomplishment contribute to overall well-being
    • Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: Focuses on deficiency needs and growth needs, with self-actualization as fulfilling one's potential.
    • Rogers' Fully Functioning Person: Characteristics include openness to experience, existential living, self-trust, and creativity.
    • Social Wellbeing Model (Keyes): Focuses on social integration, social acceptance, social contribution, social actualization, and social coherence.
    • Flow Theory: Csikszentmihalyi's theory of 'flow' is a state of complete immersion and engagement in an activity.
    • Languishing: A state of quiet desperation characterized by lack of engagement and positive emotions.

    Strengths and Virtues

    • Virtues are acquired excellences in character contributing to a person's completeness.
    • Strengths are core positive qualities reflecting people's identities and values.
    • Signature strengths are distinctive traits that are regularly exercised.

    Resilience

    • Resilience is the ability to respond productively to stressors, it's a balance between protective factors and risks.
    • Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC) and Resilience Scale for Adults (RSA) are tools to measure resilience.

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    Explore the foundations of positive psychology, its goals, and its historical context. Discover how this field emphasizes strengths to enhance clients' quality of life while transitioning from traditional disease models. Learn about the contributions of key figures like Maslow and Seligman.

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