Positive Psychology: The Evidence Behind Don't Worry, Be Happy

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This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.

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Learning Objectives:

After completing this course, health professionals will be able to:

1. Discuss the foundational theories, research methods, and terms (e.g., flow, savoring) in the field of positive psychology from an evidence-based perspective and summarize the findings from 4 seminal studies in this area.
2. Recognize at least 10 positive psychology techniques/scripts (e.g., gratitude exercises, mindfulness-based meditation) to integrate into professional, as well as personal, goals to promote resilience in the face of adversity and encourage post traumatic growth.
3. Identify 4 evidence-based measurements of emotional well-being and happiness, as well as 6 evidence-based measures to assess mindfulness, for use in a variety of healthcare practices.
4. Recognize the role interpersonal relationships play in the establishment and maintenance of well-being and employ 10 strategies to strengthen bonds with important others.

HealthForum Online is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. HealthForum Online maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

HealthForum Online has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7185. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. HealthForum Online is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

HealthForum Online is approved by the Florida Board of Psychology as a Board Approved Provider, provider approval # 50-29605.

HealthForum Online is also an approved provider by various state boards. Find the complete list here .

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