Positive Psychology

Hour 1

1.      Introduction
2.      What Positive Psychology Is Not
3.      Positive and Humanistic Psychology
4.      What Positive and Humanistic Studies and the Methods Used

Hour 2

1.      Happiness
2.      Positive Thinking and Health
3.      The Relationship Between Optimism and Pessimism
4.      Strengths and Values

Hour 3

1.      Values and Decision-Making
2.      Mental Health
3.      Resilience
4.      Predictors of Healthy Aging
5.      Relationships and Love
6.      Conclusion

Learning Objectives

1. Describe the origin and goals of the new “positive psychology.”
2. List the factors that contribute to happiness and life satisfaction.
3. Discuss the research findings related to happiness and life satisfaction.
4. List several activities and exercises that can enhance happiness and life satisfaction.