Positive Psychology Quiz

What is the primary function of positive psychology according to Seligman (1998)?

• To prescribe moral directives

• To observe and analyze behaviors contributing to well-being

• To dictate how people should act

• To focus on negative emotions

What does the VIA Classification describe in positive psychology?

• Five key elements of well-being

• 24 universal strengths

• Techniques for mindfulness

• Strategies for corporate well-being

What is a criticism of positive psychology mentioned in the text?

• It lacks scientific research

• It pressures individuals to suppress negative emotions

• It focuses too much on pathology

• It ignores cultural variations

What is one of the interventions recommended in positive psychology?

• Cognitive behavioral therapy

• Gratitude journaling

• Psychoanalysis

• Hypnosis

What is a strength of positive psychology according to the text?

• It lacks scientific grounding

• It focuses on pathology

• It offers hope by focusing on growth

• It prescribes universal behaviors

What does the PERMA model provide according to the text?

• A focus on negative emotions

• A structured understanding of well-being

• A list of universal moral directives

• A method for cultural adaptation

What is implied by the recommendation of gratitude journaling in positive psychology?

• A focus on negative emotions

• A 'right' way to cultivate happiness

• A method for cultural adaptation

• A universal moral directive

What does the text suggest about the role of optimism in positive psychology?

• It is universally beneficial

• It can pressure individuals to suppress negative emotions

• It lacks scientific grounding

• It focuses on pathology

What does the text suggest about the relationship between positive psychology and cultural variations?

• Positive psychology imposes values

• Cultural variations reinforce its descriptive nature

• Cultural variations are irrelevant

• Positive psychology ignores cultural differences

What is the implication of the Penn Resilience Project according to the text?

• It prescribes universal moral directives

• It teaches specific strategies for well-being

• It focuses on negative emotions

• It lacks scientific grounding