Positive Psychology: The Benefits of Happiness (SCH 277)

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What is a key factor that correlates strongly with happiness?

Location and climate
Age and socioeconomic status
Physical appearance and intelligence
Self-esteem and extraversion (correct)

According to research, what is a characteristic of happy people?

They are more prone to stress and trauma
They are more likely to have unstable marriages
They are less creative and intelligent
They are more resilient and have a stronger immune system (correct)

What is the primary distinction in measuring subjective well-being?

Between physical and mental well-being
Between cognitive life evaluations and emotional reports (correct)
Between happiness and unhappiness
Between personal and social relationships

What is the purpose of the Gallup organization's research on happiness?

To develop national indices of happiness (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of having good personal relationships according to positive psychology?

More stable and fulfilling marriages (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of happy people in terms of their goals?

They make more progress towards their goals (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the general approach to answering the questions in the Oxford Happiness Questionnaire?

Go with your instinct and choose the first answer that comes to mind (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to the principles of a healthy lifestyle, what is crucial for leading a good life?

Balance and avoidance of extremes (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Oxford Happiness Questionnaire?

To evaluate the respondent's overall happiness and well-being (B) Signup and view all the answers

How are statements marked with an 'R' scored in the Oxford Happiness Questionnaire?

They are scored in reverse (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the factors that can influence well-being, according to the text?

A healthy lifestyle and adopting good habits (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Positive Psychology course (SCH 277)?

Achieving happiness and well-being through healthy lifestyles (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of taking the Oxford Happiness Questionnaire at different points in time?

To assess the effectiveness of interventions aimed at increasing happiness (D) Signup and view all the answers

How do the statements in the Oxford Happiness Questionnaire vary?

Some are phrased positively, while others are phrased negatively (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Oxford Happiness Questionnaire?

Providing a snapshot of current happiness levels (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Oxford Happiness Questionnaire in the context of positive psychology?

It offers a means of tracking changes in happiness levels over time (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using the Oxford Happiness Questionnaire in conjunction with positive psychology interventions?

It enables respondents to track changes in happiness levels over time (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does the Oxford Happiness Questionnaire differ from other assessments of happiness?

It provides a snapshot of current happiness levels (C) Signup and view all the answers