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Which of the following best describes the primary focus of positive psychology?
Which of the following best describes the primary focus of positive psychology?
- Analyzing the causes and effects of psychological trauma.
- Studying and promoting human strengths and well-being. (correct)
- Developing new methods for diagnosing mental illnesses.
- Treating mental disorders by addressing negative thought patterns.
According to the Character Strengths and Virtues (CSV) framework, which of the following is NOT one of the six universal virtues?
According to the Character Strengths and Virtues (CSV) framework, which of the following is NOT one of the six universal virtues?
- Justice
- Courage
- Resilience (correct)
- Wisdom and Knowledge
In the context of positive psychology interventions, what does 'Using Signature Strengths' involve?
In the context of positive psychology interventions, what does 'Using Signature Strengths' involve?
- Reflecting on past experiences to improve self-esteem.
- Identifying and applying personal strengths in new ways. (correct)
- Practicing mindfulness techniques to reduce stress.
- Writing letters of gratitude to express appreciation.
What distinguishes positive psychology from traditional psychology?
What distinguishes positive psychology from traditional psychology?
Which of the following positive psychology exercises has demonstrated lasting increases in happiness and reductions in depression for up to six months?
Which of the following positive psychology exercises has demonstrated lasting increases in happiness and reductions in depression for up to six months?
What is the primary purpose of a randomized controlled trial (RCT) in psychological research?
What is the primary purpose of a randomized controlled trial (RCT) in psychological research?
What does the concept of 'hedonic adaptation' refer to?
What does the concept of 'hedonic adaptation' refer to?
In the context of positive psychology interventions, what is the purpose of a 'Gratitude Visit'?
In the context of positive psychology interventions, what is the purpose of a 'Gratitude Visit'?
According to the summary, what is a key future direction for positive psychology?
According to the summary, what is a key future direction for positive psychology?
Which of the following is the best definition of 'flourishing' in the context of positive psychology?
Which of the following is the best definition of 'flourishing' in the context of positive psychology?
What is the significance of subjective well-being (SWB) in positive psychology?
What is the significance of subjective well-being (SWB) in positive psychology?
How does positive psychology view the role of traditional psychology?
How does positive psychology view the role of traditional psychology?
Which of the following is an example of a virtue as defined within the Character Strengths and Virtues (CSV) framework?
Which of the following is an example of a virtue as defined within the Character Strengths and Virtues (CSV) framework?
What does 'empirical validation' refer to in the context of positive psychology interventions?
What does 'empirical validation' refer to in the context of positive psychology interventions?
According to Self-Determination Theory (SDT), what are the three basic needs that enhance well-being?
According to Self-Determination Theory (SDT), what are the three basic needs that enhance well-being?
Which exercise involves writing down three positive experiences daily?
Which exercise involves writing down three positive experiences daily?
The Character Strengths and Virtues (CSV) framework suggests that strengths are:
The Character Strengths and Virtues (CSV) framework suggests that strengths are:
What is the purpose of a placebo control in psychological experiments?
What is the purpose of a placebo control in psychological experiments?
Which of the following best describes 'psychological resilience'?
Which of the following best describes 'psychological resilience'?
In positive psychology, 'engagement' is often associated with which concept?
In positive psychology, 'engagement' is often associated with which concept?
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Positive Psychology
Positive Psychology
Studies positive emotions, character traits, and institutions that enable human flourishing.
Subjective Well-Being (SWB)
Subjective Well-Being (SWB)
A person's self-reported happiness, including positive emotions and life satisfaction.
Character Strengths
Character Strengths
Positive traits that contribute to well-being, identified in the Character Strengths and Virtues (CSV) framework.
Virtues
Virtues
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Intervention
Intervention
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Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT)
Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT)
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Three Good Things
Three Good Things
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Signature Strengths
Signature Strengths
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Empirical Validation
Empirical Validation
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Using Signature Strengths
Using Signature Strengths
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Gratitude
Gratitude
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Self-Determination Theory (SDT)
Self-Determination Theory (SDT)
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Psychological Resilience
Psychological Resilience
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Placebo Control
Placebo Control
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Flourishing
Flourishing
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Study Notes
- This paper examines the development, theoretical advancements, character strength classifications, and empirical studies related to happiness interventions within positive psychology
Growth of Positive Psychology
- Positive psychology focuses on positive emotions, character traits, and enabling institutions
- Positive psychology supplements traditional psychology's focus on mental disorders
- Research has led to new classifications of character strengths and virtues
Character Strengths and Virtues (CSV)
- The CSV framework identifies six universal virtues
- Wisdom & Knowledge (creativity, curiosity)
- Courage (bravery, perseverance)
- Humanity (kindness, love)
- Justice (fairness, leadership)
- Temperance (forgiveness, self-regulation)
- Transcendence (gratitude, hope, spirituality)
- These strengths are consistent across cultures and age groups
Empirical Validation of Happiness Interventions
- A study tested five positive psychology exercises using a randomized, placebo-controlled design
- Gratitude Visit involves writing and delivering a letter of gratitude
- Three Good Things involves writing down three positive experiences daily
- Using Signature Strengths involves identifying and applying personal strengths in new ways
- You at Your Best involves reflecting on personal peak experiences
- Identifying Signature Strengths involves recognizing top character strengths
- Results showed increased happiness and reduced depression, especially from "Three Good Things" and "Using Signature Strengths" exercises, lasting up to six months
Implications for Therapy and Well-Being
- Positive psychology enhances, but does not replace, traditional therapy
- Future directions include refining longer-term interventions, integrating positive psychology into therapy, and developing measures
Key terms
- Positive Psychology studies human strengths, well-being, and flourishing
- Subjective Well-Being (SWB) is self-reported happiness, including positive emotions and life satisfaction
- Character Strengths are positive traits contributing to well-being, identified in the CSV framework
- Virtues are core moral traits across cultures, including wisdom, courage, humanity, justice, temperance and transcendence
- Gratitude is linked to well-being, emphasized in interventions like the Gratitude Visit
- Intervention is a structured psychological exercise to enhance happiness and well-being
- Three Good Things involves writing down three positive experiences daily
- Signature Strengths are an individual’s top character traits used to increase well-being
- Empirical Validation tests psychological interventions using scientific methods like randomized controlled trials
- Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) is a research method Participants are randomly assigned to different intervention groups to test effectiveness
- Engagement is deep involvement in activities, often associated with flow
- Hedonic Adaptation is the tendency to return to a baseline happiness level after changes
- Flourishing involves positive emotions, engagement, and personal growth
- Self-Determination Theory (SDT) suggests well-being is enhanced by fulfilling autonomy, competence, and relatedness
- Psychological Resilience is the ability to recover from stress and adversity
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