PSYCHOLOGICAL INFLUENCS ON WELL BEING

Question 1

Describe resilience.

Answer 1

Resilience is the process of adapting in the face of adversity.

Question 2

What are ways to boost resilience?

Answer 2

• Having family, friends and others who can support
• Grow as a result of tragedy/hardships
• Move toward your goals

Question 3

Describe the negativity bias.

Answer 3

The negativity bias refers to the tendency for humans to focus more on negative events, thoughts and experiences than positive ones.

Question 4

How is gratitude journaling effective in reversing the negativity bias?

Answer 4

Gratitude journaling counters the negativity bias by focusing on the positives in life.

Question 5

Describe the emotion focused coping strategy.

Answer 5

Focus is on the emotions and easing any emotional distress.

Question 6

Describe avoidance as a coping strategy.

Answer 6

Distracting oneself to avoid dealing with the stressor.

Question 7

Describe the problem-focused coping strategy

Answer 7

Involves breaking down the concern and devising strategies/steps to over come challenge.

Question 8

List 2 adaptive/positive strategies.

Answer 8

• Problem solving
• Mindfulness

Question 9

List 2 maladaptive/negative strategies.

Answer 9

• Avoidance
• Rumination

Question 10

List 3 cognitive distortions

Answer 10

• Catastrophising
• Jumping to conclusions
• “All or nothing” mindset

Question 11

Explain the usefulness of having a growth (rather than fixed) mindset.

Answer 11

Having a fixed mindset means you’re less likely to be resilient in the face of adversity, whereas having a growth mindset allows for improvement and resilience.