Science and Technology: Human Flourishing and Well-Being Theory
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According to Aristotle, man is defined as a rational animal because he can think and use reason inconsistently.

False

Human beings choose actions or scientific investigations based on their personal preferences, according to Aristotle.

True

Different beliefs, religions, and doctrines have not been explored by man to satisfy his needs in the spiritual world.

False

Man is not destined to live in the physical world according to the text.

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

Science and Technology are not used to satisfy man's material world.

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

Rational choice theory is not used to model human decision making according to the text.

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

Eudaimonia is another term for earthly happiness according to the text.

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

Human flourishing involves only individual pursuits without any regard for the community.

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

According to Aristotle, there is an end goal to all actions that we perform.

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

Human flourishing encompasses only freedom and happiness, excluding diversity and holistic well-being.

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

Positive emotions do not play a role in psychological resilience according to the text.

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

The ultimate satisfaction for some people is going to heaven and meeting God.

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

The French word 'societe' comes from Latin 'societas' meaning 'a friendly association with others'.

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

A society is characterized by economic, social, and individual infrastructures.

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

A society is not important for providing support to its members' common needs and goals.

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

The regulation of policies and standards within a society does not contribute to achieving a common goal.

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

Ancient people did not use language, symbols, or sounds to communicate with each other.

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

According to Aristotle, each person's life has a purpose that should be attained.

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

Early humans primarily used metals such as gold and silver for tool-making purposes.

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

The variety of norms, values, and intuitions seen in bioethical discussions today are a result of human's rational choice to satisfy only material needs.

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

The evolution of the human brain's complexity is mainly attributed to changes in body structure over time.

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

Domestication of animals began as a result of early humans being gatherers and foragers.

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

Walking upright was an evolutionary trait that helped early humans to survive in diverse habitats and changing climates.

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

The utilization of bronze by early humans led to the development of agriculture and permanent settlements.

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

The Well-Being Theory formulated by Martin E.P. Seligman solely focuses on the happiness of individuals.

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

The 5 pillars of human flourishing in PERMA include Positive Emotion, Engagement, and Relationships.

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

The 'engaged life' is characterized by experiencing emotions that later fade away quickly.

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

The feeling of satisfaction and well-being can only be experienced when someone is alone and not in a relationship with others.

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

The 'achieving life' in PERMA is dedicated to accomplishment for the sake of pleasure.

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

Human enhancement through technology is not widespread.

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

Study Notes

Society and Its Importance

  • A society is defined as a group of people who share common economic, social, and industrial infrastructures.
  • Society provides support for each other, forming social networks, and regulating policies and standards.
  • A society is the foundation of the government, giving us a central regulating authority.

Human Flourishing

  • Human flourishing is defined as an effort to achieve self-actualization and fulfillment within the context of a larger community.
  • It encompasses the uniqueness, dignity, diversity, freedom, happiness, and holistic well-being of an individual.
  • Human flourishing is a life-long existential journey of hopes, achievements, regrets, losses, illness, suffering, and coping.

Characteristics of Human Evolution

  • Humans evolved from four-legged species to walking upright individuals.
  • The use of different tools, such as stones, wood, bone, ivory, and metals, led to advances in tool-making.
  • Domestication of animals led to settled agriculture and the adoption of permanent settlements.

Aristotle's View on Human Flourishing

  • Aristotle defined human flourishing as an effort to achieve earthly happiness or fulfillment.
  • He believed that human beings do things by making rational choices that are most in line with their personal preferences.
  • Aristotle's concept of Eudaimonia, or flourishing, is the highest good of human endeavors.

Well-Being Theory

  • Martin E.P. Seligman formulated the Well-Being Theory, which focuses on human flourishing not only on individual happiness but also on psychological well-being.
  • The 5 pillars of human flourishing are: Positive Emotion, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishment (PERMA).

PERMA Model

  • Positive Emotion includes pleasure, rapture, ecstasy, warmth, comfort, and other emotions.
  • Engagement is about being one with the music, experiencing flow, and contributing to the "engaged life".
  • Relationships involve feeling satisfaction, flourishing, or well-being when we are with other people.
  • Meaning involves having a "meaningful life", belonging to and serving something bigger than oneself.
  • Accomplishment is about achieving success, or achieving something after a lot of work or efforts.

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This quiz covers Chapter 7 of Science and Technology, focusing on the concept of human flourishing, the needs of humans, pillars of Well-Being Theory, and defining 'Man'. Perfect for BSCA 1-A students.

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