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Respect for the Individual
In our residential treatment programs, each resident is seen as a unique individual with their own strengths and weaknesses. Residents are accepted and appreciated for who they are, rather than being viewed as a “case” or a “patient.”
What is the main focus of positive psychology?
Positive psychology focuses on positive emotions and personal strengths. It can complement rather than replace traditional psychotherapy. Studies evaluating outcomes of interventions using positive psychology have mostly been small and short term.
What are the 3 pillars of positive psychology?
The Three Pillars: Positive Psychology has three central concerns: positiveexperiences, positive individual traits, and positive institutions.
Subjective well-being
Subjective well-being has three components: life satisfaction (LS), positive affect (PA), and negative affect (NA) (Andrews & Withey, 1976). Individuals are said to have high SWBif they experience LS and frequent PA (e.g., joy, optimism) and infrequent NA (e.g., sadness, anger).
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Linda C J Turner | Trauma Therapist & Emotional Healing Specialist 