5.2 - Positive Psychology

Question 1

Positive Psychology

Answer 1

study of human strengths, well-being, and what makes life worth living; emphasizes positive experiences/traits

Question 2

Subjective well-being

Answer 2

your opinion of being happier

Question 3

Wisdom

Answer 3

cognitive strengths; thinking in new ways, seeing bigger picture, and love of learning

Question 4

Courage

Answer 4

emotional strengths; persisting through challenges and being brave

Question 5

Humanity

Answer 5

interpersonal strengths; helping others, having close relationships, and social intelligence

Question 6

Justice

Answer 6

community strengths; working well with others and treating people fairly

Question 7

Temperance

Answer 7

self-regulation strengths; keeping ego in check, making good descions, and managing emotions

Question 8

Transcendence

Answer 8

spiritual/meaningful strength; being grateful, positive, having joy, and finding purpose beyond self

Question 9

Post-traumatic Growth

Answer 9

positive change that can occur after experiencing trauma