Positive Psychology and Wellbeing Flashcards
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Which model of wellbeing, developed by Martin Seligman, is commonly applied in health and wellness coaching?
Answer: The PERMA Model
The PERMA model (Positive Emotions, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, Accomplishment) was developed by Seligman and is a foundational framework in positive psychology applied to wellness coaching.
In positive psychology, 'flow' is best described as:
Answer: An optimal state of complete absorption and engagement in an activity
Flow, coined by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, refers to an optimal psychological state of complete immersion and energized focus in an activity.
A wellness coach uses a strengths-based approach primarily to:
Answer: Help clients leverage their existing positive qualities to achieve goals
A strengths-based approach focuses on identifying and amplifying what clients already do well to build momentum and confidence toward their goals.
Which of the following best defines 'subjective wellbeing' in positive psychology?
Answer: A person's own evaluation of their life, including emotional reactions and cognitive judgments
Subjective wellbeing refers to individuals' own evaluations of their lives, encompassing emotional experiences and cognitive appraisals of life satisfaction.
Gratitude practices in health and wellness coaching are supported by research showing they:
Answer: Increase positive emotions and life satisfaction over time
Research consistently shows that regular gratitude practices increase positive emotions, life satisfaction, and overall wellbeing without replacing medical care.
According to positive psychology, which of the following represents a character strength rather than a skill?
Answer: Honesty and integrity
Character strengths like honesty and integrity are intrinsic moral traits identified in positive psychology, distinct from learned skills or acquired knowledge.
The concept of 'self-compassion' in wellness coaching involves:
Answer: Treating oneself with kindness and understanding during times of difficulty
Self-compassion, as defined by Kristin Neff, involves treating oneself with the same kindness and understanding one would offer a good friend when facing difficulty or failure.
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