POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY

The positive psychological movement formulated three aims: to focus on well-being and happiness instead of abnormal behavior and psychopathology; to be concerned with building positive qualities and strengths instead of repairing damage; to prevent future problems instead of correcting past and present problems. In this course, students unlock character strengths and focus on helpful ways to support themselves during difficult times. The course covers the most important theories in Positive Psychology and encourages students to search for scientific literature that applies the topics covered to their specific areas of interest. The course includes a combination of lectures, experiential workshops, group meetings, and self-study.