Positive psychology : A science on mental health and well-being

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Positive psychology : A science on mental health and well-being

SLEZÁČKOVÁ, Alena

Basic information

Original name

Positive psychology : A science on mental health and well-being

Authors

SLEZÁČKOVÁ, Alena (203 Czech Republic, guarantor, belonging to the institution)

Edition

Invited lecture at Dept. of Psychology, Annamalai University, 11. 1. 2016, Tamil Nadu, India, 2016

Other information

Language

English

Type of outcome

Vyžádané přednášky

Field of Study

50100 5.1 Psychology and cognitive sciences

Country of publisher

India

Confidentiality degree

není předmětem státního či obchodního tajemství

RIV identification code

RIV/00216224:14210/16:00089316

Organization unit

Faculty of Arts

Keywords (in Czech)

Pozitivnípsychologie; duševní zdraví; osobní pohoda

Keywords in English

Positive psychology; mental health; well-being

Abstract

V originále

Positive Psychology is a relatively new field of psychology, the scientific study of positive functioning and flourishing on individual, social, cultural and global dimensions of life. The objectives of Positive psychology are similar to some extent to Indian Psychology, which is originally based on Indian philosophical and spiritual literature. Positive psychology and Indian psychology share similar concerns regarding ultimate goals of human life. The results of many our studies show that hope, perceived meaning of life and spirituality are significant predictors of psychological well-being. Also, the significance of altruistic behavior and its effect on well-being has been identified. It shows that meaningfulness and hope serve also as important factors in coping with difficult life situations. The findings support literature indicating the importance of eudaimonic perspective on well-being and optimal functioning of an individual and society.

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