All Flashcards
What is Positive Psychology?
The study of what makes life worth living, focusing on strengths and well-being.
Define Gratitude.
Appreciating the positive aspects of life.
What are Signature Strengths?
Your core positive traits.
Define Posttraumatic Growth.
Positive change after struggling with tough life events.
What is the VIA Classification System?
A system categorizing 24 character strengths under 6 virtues.
Define Positive Subjective Experiences.
Positive experiences like gratitude, strengths, and growth.
What is Resilience?
The ability to recover quickly from difficulties.
Define Well-being.
The state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.
What is meant by 'flourishing' in positive psychology?
To develop rapidly and successfully; to thrive.
Define Temperance (in the context of the VIA system).
A virtue encompassing forgiveness, humility, and self-regulation.
How can gratitude be applied to improve mood?
Keeping a gratitude journal can boost your mood and lower depression symptoms.
How can signature strengths be used to boost happiness?
Using your strengths in new ways can boost happiness and decrease depression.
How can the concept of posttraumatic growth be applied in therapy?
Helping individuals find meaning in their experiences and develop coping strategies.
How can positive psychology principles be applied in education?
By focusing on students' strengths and promoting a positive learning environment.
How can the VIA classification system be used to improve teamwork?
Understanding individual strengths can help in assigning roles and tasks effectively.
How can gratitude interventions be applied in the workplace?
Encouraging employees to express gratitude can improve morale and productivity.
How can positive psychology be applied to improve physical health?
Promoting positive emotions and reducing stress can have a positive impact on physical well-being.
How can signature strengths be applied to career choices?
Identifying and utilizing your strengths can lead to greater job satisfaction and success.
How can posttraumatic growth be fostered after a job loss?
By focusing on new opportunities, developing new skills, and finding meaning in the experience.
How can positive psychology be used to improve relationships?
By focusing on gratitude, appreciation, and positive communication.
What is the effect of gratitude on relationships?
Stronger, more positive relationships.
What is the effect of using signature strengths?
More happiness, well-being, engagement, and positive emotions.
What are the effects of posttraumatic growth?
Increased appreciation for life, stronger relationships, more personal strength, and a deeper sense of purpose.
What is the cause of increased subjective well-being?
Expressing gratitude.
What is the effect of focusing on positive aspects of life?
Helps you focus on the good stuff instead of dwelling on the negative.
What is the effect of social support after trauma?
Facilitates posttraumatic growth.
What is the effect of gratitude interventions?
Boosts mood and lowers depression symptoms.
What is the effect of using strengths-based interventions?
Boosts happiness and decreases depression.
What is the effect of finding meaning after trauma?
Facilitates posttraumatic growth.
What is the effect of cultivating positive emotions?
Improved psychological and physical health.