Overview & Description:

Positive psychology, a term coined by psychologist Abraham Maslow and later developed as a field by Martin Seligman, focuses on the positive aspects of human life, such as happiness, well-being, and flourishing, rather than on psychological disorders and distress.

Example:

Interventions designed to enhance well-being by fostering positive emotions, resilience, and healthy relationships.

Implications:

Positive psychology has driven a shift toward focusing on strengths, virtues, and factors that contribute to a fulfilling life, influencing therapy, coaching, and workplace interventions.

References:

• Seligman, M. E., & Csikszentmihalyi, M. (2000). Positive psychology: An introduction (Vol. 55, No. 1, p. 5). American Psychological Association.