evaluation

Cards (16)

  • What is the main application of Positive Psychology in the US Army?
    To improve resilience and reduce stress symptoms
  • What was the aim of the specialized training for soldiers?
    To prevent suicide and improve mental health
  • What does Positive Psychology focus on to help soldiers?
    Building mental toughness through signature strengths
  • How does Positive Psychology view human behavior?
    It believes in personal freedom to grow
  • How does Positive Psychology differ from traditional psychology?
    It focuses on strengths rather than weaknesses
  • What does Positive Psychology recognize about humans?
    Humans are self-regulating and can develop strengths
  • What is a fundamental question in Positive Psychology?
    Can happiness be defined and measured scientifically?
  • Why is measuring happiness scientifically challenging?
    Happiness is subjective and varies for individuals
  • What advances have helped measure happiness objectively?
    Neuroscience has tracked brain activity related to emotions
  • Which area of the brain is activated during positive emotions?
    The basal ganglia area
  • What criticism does Positive Psychology face regarding individual differences?
    It ignores individual and cultural differences
  • What does Hickinbottom suggest about Positive Psychology's approach?
    It is ethnocentric and focuses on Western cultures
  • How does American culture view positive and negative emotions according to Hickinbottom?
    Positive emotions are prioritized, negative avoided
  • In what areas has Positive Psychology been applied?
    Individuals, organizations, and communities
  • What is the goal of Positive Psychology in communities?
    To enhance overall community well-being
  • How does Positive Psychology relate to traditional psychology's view of individuals?
    It shifts focus from victimhood to empowerment