Remake of What is Positive Psychology? (FA21) by Professor Wendy https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd 1. Post your definition of positive psychology. 2. Do a quick search and find an interesting fact about positive psychology and post in separate post. Include link to your reference. en-us 2021-08-26 15:14:28 UTC 2024-01-20 04:29:05 UTC hello@padlet.com Julia Murray https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698681300 2021-08-26 15:18:55 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698681300 Alexis M avm5756 https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698682756 Positive Psychology actually has the ability to foster post-traumatic growth, meaning it can make injury sufferers over-all happier (even more so than they were before).


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]]> 2021-08-26 15:19:36 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698682756 Positive psychology is the study of how people can live with the most happiness, meaning, and a positive mindset -Gianna G. gmg31 https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698683288 2021-08-26 15:19:51 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698683288 Sonnya Torres https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698684847 Positive psychology is about shifting the perspective away from negativity - new outlook. It provides tools for conflict/resolution. ]]> 2021-08-26 15:20:32 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698684847 Gabby Landino gabriellalandino https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698685932 Positive psychology is "the scientific study of the strengths that enable individuals and communities to thrive."

]]> 2021-08-26 15:20:53 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698685932 Benjamin Kobrin https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698686480 Interesting fact: Grateful people are more likely to be healthy, helpful, and have a greater sense of well-being.

https://www.everydayhealth.com/emotional-health/understanding/the-role-of-positive-psychology.aspx]]> 2021-08-26 15:21:07 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698686480 Gianna G. gmg31 https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698686694 "Their research showed that happiness and a sense of meaning in life do not necessarily go hand-in-hand, indicating that focusing on positive emotions alone will not bring the fulfilling and satisfying life you crave."]]> 2021-08-26 15:21:12 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698686694 Tyler Snow https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698686833 Positive psychology is the study of what is most important in life and what makes it worth living. ]]> 2021-08-26 15:21:16 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698686833 https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698687052 Positive Psychology is the psychology of happiness and a more happier lifestyle. -Jeffrey Cruz ]]> 2021-08-26 15:21:21 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698687052 Alexis M avm5756 https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698687508 Positive Psychology is about the positive influences in a persons life, "scientific study of human flourishing"

]]> 2021-08-26 15:21:34 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698687508 blueguzzy https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698688417 Positive Psychology is the scientific study of a thriving life.

"One of the triggers for the introduction of positive psychology was the realization that since World War II, psychology as a field had devoted much of its effort to identifying, treating, and—occasionally—preventing problems such as anxiety and depression. The yield of these problem-focused efforts has been impressive, but a myopic view of the human condition has resulted."]]> 2021-08-26 15:21:58 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698688417 Molly Wean https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698688645 Molly Wean

Positive Psychology focuses on the positive influences and experiences in someone's life.

A fun fact is that Mindfulness meditation can reduce feelings of pain. - Zoe Overton]]> 2021-08-26 15:22:04 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698688645 michaelnatal1997 https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698688993 Positive psychology is the mental alignment of self positivism to engage in a healthier/happier life style- Michael Natal ]]> 2021-08-26 15:22:14 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698688993 Charisse Vasquez https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698689167 Positive psychology is the study in which people can practice ways of making life worth it. Science helps to figure out what is a positive lifestyle and what positive traits do people obtain. ]]> 2021-08-26 15:22:19 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698689167 Tommy https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698689203 Positive psychology is the reason people live for. Positive psychology is important because once we understand what people live for, this can help us develop ways to deal with mental illness.]]> 2021-08-26 15:22:20 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698689203 Bailey Streeter https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698689493 Positive psychology is the study of wellness, happiness, the different kinds of happiness, and how people achieve them. 

One of these kinds is a good life- where they live a life of engagement, where they work and enjoy their tasks and experience ‘flow,’ which is becoming so into your task, you lose track of time. 


]]> 2021-08-26 15:22:27 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698689493 Jonathan Perez https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698689541 Positive Psychology is the scientific study of the strengths that allow individuals to have a positive and successful life. It focuses on positive experiences like Happiness, Hope, and love. Positive psychology focus on topics like life satisfaction, happiness, and personal well-being. ]]> 2021-08-26 15:22:28 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698689541 Aaryan P. aaryanketan https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698689947 positive psychology is it's a systematic and scientific way to become more self aware and understand the self more.]]> 2021-08-26 15:22:39 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698689947 Carmen Bruckno lxb5419 https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698690199 Positive psychology emphasizes the patient’s wellbeing, focuses on the positive aspects of the patient’s life, and encourages the patient to reframe possible negative thoughts/experiences in a more constructive light that would better serve the individual]]> 2021-08-26 15:22:47 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698690199 Trinity Affuso https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698690742

Positive psych is a form of Psychology that focuses on positive influences and a person's physical, mental, and overall personal wellbeing. 

In a study conducted by the University of British Colombia in 2012, elementary school students who performed kind acts experiences higher increases in being well liked among their peers. They gained popularity and positive interactions through being kind to others. 
https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0051380

Also - I found this cool site that lists University studies on Positive Psych that will probably be helpful to everyone in the future! Here's the link :) 

https://www.becomingminimalist.com/happier/]]> 2021-08-26 15:23:02 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698690742 Benjamin Kobrin https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698691369 Definition of Positive Psychology: Positive psychology is the scientific study of what makes life most worth living. It also looks at the positivity of people and how they can improve it.]]> 2021-08-26 15:23:15 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698691369 Tyler Snow https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698692242 Interesting fact: Positive emotions can lead to overall better health and a longer life. ]]> 2021-08-26 15:23:39 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698692242 gabriellalandino https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698692546 positive psych helps improve the overall satisfaction of life and helps ones mentality and opening their mind to positive change and perspective ]]> 2021-08-26 15:23:47 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698692546 Charisse Vasquez https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698693117 https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-happiness-doctor/201703/6-surprising-facts-about-happiness]]> 2021-08-26 15:24:03 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698693117 Ryan Shollenberger https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698693405 Positive psychology is an extension of current traditional psychology that aims to understand the correlation between physical and mental health. - Ryan]]> 2021-08-26 15:24:11 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698693405 michaelnatal1997 https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698693695 Positivity influences an increase in creativity -Michael Natal

]]> 2021-08-26 15:24:20 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698693695 Jeffrey Cruz https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698695723 https://positivepsychology.com/happiness/

“Money can only buy happiness up to $75,000 after that it has no significant effect on our emotional well-being”]]> 2021-08-26 15:25:19 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698695723 Ana Truty https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698698206  Positive psychology investigates the coping mechanisms individuals employ in order to conquer obstacles and dilemmas. Ultimately, building a stronger character. ]]> 2021-08-26 15:26:36 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698698206 Ryan Shollenberger https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698699260 “Research has shown that psychological health assets (eg, positive emotions, life satisfaction, optimism, life purpose, social support) are prospectively associated with good health measured in a variety of ways” (Park et al., 2016).

Park N, Peterson C, Szvarca D, Vander Molen RJ, Kim ES, Collon K. Positive Psychology and Physical Health: Research and Applications. Am J Lifestyle Med. 2014;10(3):200-206. Published 2014 Sep 26. doi:10.1177/1559827614550277
]]> 2021-08-26 15:27:07 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698699260 Jonathan Perez https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698701975 Positive Psychology is important to study because it helps us discover that living a more positive meaningful life can help with avoiding mental illness, correct negative behaviors, and improve happiness and overall productivity.]]> 2021-08-26 15:28:21 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698701975 Kyara Cowan https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698703318 Positive Psychology - a branch of psychology focused on the character strengths and behaviors that allow individuals to build a life of meaning and purpose—to move beyond surviving to flourishing.]]> 2021-08-26 15:29:02 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698703318 dvp5442 https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698708017 Domenick Positive psychology to me is the application of psychology to make positive impacts in someone's life.]]> 2021-08-26 15:31:16 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698708017 Posi. psy fact (Carmen) lxb5419 https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698708361 Positive psychology can be used to bolster the mental health––and by extension, strengthen the physical health––for the elderly during the aging process:

"By taking preventive steps, one can take care of the body and the mind, and that can help stave off some of the devastating illnesses associated with age and live a full, meaningful and energetic life."

https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2018-45576-001]]> 2021-08-26 15:31:23 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698708361 dvp5442 https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698709313 Domenick https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.schoolofcoachingmastery.com/coaching-blog/bid/94238/positive-psychology-25-fun-facts-about-love-2-0?hs_amp=true]]> 2021-08-26 15:31:45 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698709313 Kyara Cowan https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698709614 In this study conducted at an elementary school, students who performed kind acts experienced significantly higher increases in peer acceptance. In other words, people who are kind to others are more well-liked. This contributes to their own personal popularity as they help other people.]]> 2021-08-26 15:31:51 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1698709614 Michael Reif https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1699265381 Postive psychology is being able to find what makes an individual happy in life and to apply that happiness in life so that you live to fullest. This can include experiences or characteristics a person has that make them happy. ]]> 2021-08-26 21:01:11 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1699265381 Michael Reif https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1699267253 https://medium.com/age-of-awareness/the-psychology-of-happiness-scientific-facts-for-a-more-positive-life-bcc0dfbb50b1]]> 2021-08-26 21:03:01 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1699267253 Samantha Meeker https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1702962519 My definition of positive psychology is an important aspect to incorporate into your life to remain positive in the various areas of life that determine weather you are creating as much happiness as possible.]]> 2021-08-29 22:37:45 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1702962519 Samantha Meeker https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1702965428 The fact I am going to talk about is how positive psychology has three levels, the first level being the subjective level, the second is the individual level, the third is is the group level. The subjective level focuses mainly on feelings, the individual level pertains to a combination of the feelings in the subjective level and virtues, and the last level, the group level, is about positive interactions with your community.]]> 2021-08-29 22:43:31 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1702965428 Alyssa Chirumbolo https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1707258680 My definition of positive psychology involves taking care of your body, health, and overall life by partaking in activities and surrounding yourself with those that you not only enjoy but that benefit your life and well-being in some way. ]]> 2021-08-31 14:33:39 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1707258680 Alyssa Chirumbolo- Positive psychology fact https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1707266324 I personally love spending time outdoors because I love nature, exploring new places, and hiking. I feel a sense of peace and freedom when I am outdoors and I happened to come across a study that supports the idea that people are happier outdoors than they are indoors. ]]> 2021-08-31 14:36:26 UTC https://padlet.com/professorwendyb/yng0eifmqlyiwgmd/wish/1707266324