Positive Psychology

A

1

Being fully present and engaged in the moment.

What is Mindfulness?

1

According to Gottman which behavior is the most destructive in a relationship?

contempt

1

What percent of your happiness in within your control?

40%

1

Which brain chemical has been shown to be integral to the flow process?

a. GABA

b. dopamine

c. adrenaline

d. epinephrine

dopamine

1

The study of what makes life worth living, focusing on strengths, happiness, and well-being

What is Positive Psychology?

B

1

What are model of forgiveness we have covered in class?

Gordon's 

REACH

Sell's intentional forgetting

1

What is the benefit of flow?

Self-reinforcing activity

1

A person who is always positive and looks on the bright side.

What is an optimist?

1

Relationship problems, emotional disorders, and conduct problems have all been identified as some of the long-term consequences of what type of attachment?

a. secure 

b. dismissive

c. fearful

d. insecure

insecure

1

Is reconciliation always a part of forgiveness?

No

C

1

Caring about others and wanting to help them.

What is empathy?

1

Who is the founder of Positive Psychology?

Martin Seligman

1

What 3 components made up Sternberg's love?

passion, intimacy and commitment 

1

What is the type of love called agape?

a. the search for the beautiful

b. it is given by the Divine

c. submission and obedience to the Divine

d. the affection in friendship

it is given by the Divine

1

What are some benefits of spirituality?

well-being, better mental health, giving purpose and meaning, increase in hope and optimism

D

1

What does VIA stand for?

Values in Action

1

What is self-efficacy?

Belief that one's skills and capabilities are enough to accomplish one's desired goals in a specific situation

1

Why do we not want to try to control uncertainty according to Langer?

Because it keeps us grounded in the present

1

According to Arthur and Elaine Aron, the natural byproduct of expansive love is ____________.

a. relationship satisfaction

b. compassionate love

c. romantic affection

d. consummate love

relationship satisfaction

1

Can forgiveness be applied to a situation?

Yes

E

1

What are the three types of optimal experiences?

Mindfulness, Flow and Spirituality

1

What type of activity gets you into the state of flow?

Intrinsic activity

1

As flow emerges, there is a loss of _______.

a. self-consciousness

b. self-control

c. self-efficacy

d. self-awareness

self-consciousness

1

What benefits are associated with those who practice forgiveness?

longevity, well-being, less depression, relationship satisfaction, etc.

1

Is there a difference in the definition of forgiveness for religions versus the field of psychology?

Yes. Religious communities promote "forgive and then reconcile"; in the field of psychology reconciliation is not always part of the equation