CED Unit 5 (Positive Psychology) Flashcards
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Positive psychology
Focuses on understanding what helps people live fulfilling and meaningful lives
Positive subjective experiences
The internal feelings and emotions individuals have when experiencing a positive event or state of mind
Subjective well-being
An individual’s personal evaluation of their own life and happiness
Signature strengths
Personal qualities that come naturally and contribute to well-being
Virtues
Positive traits that guide people in their lives
Positive objective experiences
Experiences that are enjoyable logically, based on facts
Categories of virtues (wisdom, courage, humanity, justice, temperance, transcendence)
Temperance-forgiveness, humility
Transcendence-appreciation of beauty, gratitude
Posttraumatic growth
Positive changes that some people experience after facing trauma or major stress