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Positive psychology, an approach to mental health that focuses on the ways in which people thrive, has a number of applications. Not only is it useful in the treatment of mental health disorders, often helping people work through issues like depression without having to resort to medication, but it literally changes the way in which [...]
The 2010 Templeton Positive Neuroscience Awards, over $2.9 million in research funding, have been announced by the Positive Psychology Center of the University of Pennsylvania and the John Templeton Foundation. “Research has shown that positive emotions and interventions can bolster health, achievement and resilience and can buffer against depression and anxiety,” explains Martin E. P. [...]
Embracing change is difficult for most people, but positive psychology can help make change easier. Particularly when it comes to making changes for health, diet, and lifestyle, positive psychology can have an extraordinary impact on how successfully people are able to make the desired changes. Change happens in steps: Recognizing the need for change. Thinking [...]
A three day conference on “Positive Psychology: A New Approach to Mental Health” took place in Jaipur this month, hosted by the Amity University Rajasthan. The conference focused on problems of: * Mental Health around the world * Perspectives of Positive Psychology in Mental Health * Meditation & Mental Health The conference was devoted to [...]
