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Contemporary debate: Is positive psychology relevant in today's…
Contemporary debate: Is positive psychology relevant in today's society?
For
work
possibility to increase the frequency of experiencing peak flow
better work as flow encourages the likelihood of learning new skills
leisure & lifestyle advice
more conscious & active use in leisure time= increased flow experience (Csikzentmilhalyi)
Action for happiness- supports those with depression
education
promotes the development of skills and strengths
measurable improvements in an individual's well-being
social implication- students able to achieve better grades
Seligman- ninth grade students had better social skills
health
high levels of emotional vitality had a reduced risk of developing coronary heart disease
large sample group
scientific
true cause and affect cannot be concluded
Against
work
phrase 'choose a job you love' nothing new
Diener- positive correlation of +0.12 between income & happiness-- is work increasing people's happiness or money from work
leisure
leisure activities not accessable to all
financial cost, transport, dedication
discriminating against those without access e.g disabled
education
lack of evidence
only research has been on small scale or short term studies
Seligman- further research, long term necessary before introducing into education
reduce time for other key subjects- make time for positive psychology
health
difficult to prove cause and effect between happiness and health
happier= healthier OR healthier= happier??
lack of evidence
implication- time spent on positive psychology rather than traditional medical treatment e.g physio