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6504PSYWUC-JAN-PAR
6504PSYWUC-JAN_NS-PAR
6504PSYWUC-SEP-PAR
6504PSYWUC-SEP_NS-PAR
Aims
1. To explore in depth the major concepts and research methods used in the field of positive psychology
2. To provide an in-depth discussion of the psychological science associated with human strengths, flourishing and positive emotions
3. To introduce main theoretical perspectives within Positive Psychology
4. To explore the position of Positive Psychology in relation to other branches of Psychology
5. To examine design, rationale, application and implications of Positive Psychology interventions
6. To reflect on the personal experience with Positive Psychology interventions
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:- The emergence and development of the field of Positive Psychology
- Hedonic and eudaimonic happiness
- Well-being, life satisfaction and flourishing
- Psychology of emotions
- Mindfulness as a core skill
- The body in Positive Psychology
- Psychological states, traits and behaviours and well-being
- Positive Psychology interventions
Additional Information:Positive Psychology developed with the aim of providing an additional psychological perspective that is less concerned with human disabilities, diseases or dysfunctions but rather focuses on the 'positive' side of psychological functioning, considering what factors may contribute to human resilience, flourishing and thriving. This module takes a broad perspective drawing on data from areas such as Social Psychology, Neuroscience, Personality and Individual Differences as well as Economics.
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