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What is the main focus of positive psychology?
What is the main focus of positive psychology?
Which perspective in positive psychology focuses on living a meaningful life?
Which perspective in positive psychology focuses on living a meaningful life?
How can hedonic happiness be increased?
How can hedonic happiness be increased?
What characterizes eudaimonic happiness according to positive psychology?
What characterizes eudaimonic happiness according to positive psychology?
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What is a common theme studied by positive psychologists?
What is a common theme studied by positive psychologists?
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What are the five elements outlined in the PERMA model that contribute to well-being?
What are the five elements outlined in the PERMA model that contribute to well-being?
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Which of the following practices is associated with increased well-being in Positive Psychology?
Which of the following practices is associated with increased well-being in Positive Psychology?
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What is the role of resilience in the context of happiness?
What is the role of resilience in the context of happiness?
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What character strengths are emphasized in Positive Psychology as pathways to happiness and well-being?
What character strengths are emphasized in Positive Psychology as pathways to happiness and well-being?
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How is subjective well-being measured by positive psychologists?
How is subjective well-being measured by positive psychologists?
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Study Notes
Subjective Well-being (SWB)
- Measures happiness and well-being through individuals' evaluations of their own lives
- Encompasses cognitive judgments (life satisfaction) and affective experiences (positive emotions)
The PERMA Model
- Developed by Martin Seligman
- Outlines five elements that contribute to well-being:
- Positive Emotions: Experiencing joy, gratitude, love, and other positive feelings
- Engagement: Being fully absorbed and immersed in activities that are challenging but within one's abilities
- Relationships: Having strong social connections and supportive relationships
- Meaning: Having a sense of purpose and meaning in life, feeling that one's actions matter
- Accomplishment: Setting and achieving goals, experiencing competence and mastery
Character Strengths
- Identifying and utilizing individual character strengths, such as kindness, creativity, perseverance, and honesty, as pathways to happiness and well-being
Mindfulness and Resilience
- Mindfulness meditation involves paying attention to the present moment without judgment and is associated with increased well-being
- Resilience—the ability to bounce back from adversity—plays a crucial role in maintaining happiness in the face of life's challenges
Positive Interventions
- Various interventions aimed at increasing happiness and well-being, such as:
- Gratitude journaling
- Acts of kindness
- Savoring positive experiences
Cultural Considerations
- Cultural context influences the perception and pursuit of happiness and well-being
- What constitutes happiness may vary across cultures, and interventions need to be tailored accordingly
Measuring Well-being
- Positive psychologists use a variety of tools to assess well-being, including:
- Self-report measures
- Physiological indicators
- Behavioral observations
Perspectives on Happiness
- Two main perspectives on happiness in positive psychology:
- Hedonic happiness: Focuses on experiencing positive emotions and pleasure
- Eudaimonic happiness: Focuses on living a meaningful and purposeful life
Positive Psychology
- Field of psychology that focuses on the positive aspects of human experience
- Studies topics such as hope, gratitude, resilience, and optimism, and how these factors can contribute to a happy and fulfilling life
- Seeks to promote flourishing and optimal functioning by understanding and enhancing the factors that contribute to happiness and well-being in individuals and communities
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Explore the central themes of happiness and well-being in positive psychology, focusing on topics such as hope, gratitude, resilience, and optimism. Learn about the two main perspectives on happiness: Hedonic happiness, which emphasizes positive emotions and pleasure.
