Positive Psychology Study Guide for Final Exam
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POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY STUDY GUIDE FOR FINAL EXAM
Learning Objective #1
Be able to define Positive Psychology - Identify the roots of Psychology and some specialities in the field - Know the paradigm shift from traditional Psychology to PP- List topics of interest in PP – Be able to list various research methods and give examples of research- Know how to use critical thinking in regards to research -Demonstrate knowledge of ethics in Psychology - Describe the future of PP
Learning Objective #2
Define happiness and its meanings – Be able to list character strengths, talents, virtues, and accomplishments- Define different virtues and how to apply them to daily life – Identify your own strengths- Clarify what a value is and prioritize your own values
Learning Objective #3
Know the meaning of positivity, the affects of positive thinking on human nature and how to initiate cognitive reconstruction and changing limiting thoughts in your life – Be able to list positive affirmations for yourself and what increases self esteem and self worth – Be familiar with the components of emotional intelligence and how to increase emotional IQ
Learning Objective #4
Define Health and Health Psychology – Show awareness of what promotes health and wellness in your life – Recognize how to change a habit – Know the various dimensions of human nature (body, mind spirit) and how they relate to each other – Be able to apply PP to relationships in your life
Learning Objective #5
Demonstrate ability to use PP to make a decision and solve a problem – Be able to list several social justice issues and causes – Apply what you learn to social situations – Recognize and describe your own cosmology
Learning Objective #6
Be able to define common words used in PP and your daily life - Be able to match vocabulary words with their meanings – Identify words, images and sounds that uplift
Learning Objective #7
Show evidence of your ability to be creative and use your imagination, to formulate questions- Apply what you learn in this course to life situations
Learning Objective #8
Define inspiration, motivation and self empowerment - Show knowledge of how these occur in human development – Be able to access your own personal power and energy