There is emerging research evidence to show that positive emotions, like joy, are connected with psychological and physical benefits for a person (Sheldon & Lyubomirsky, 2006). Additionally, majority of the people worldwide state they have a longing to be happier in life (Sheldon & Lyubomirsky, 2006). In this critic review the focus on the two well-being interventions are, hardship trauma and coping (psychological resilience) and religion and spirituality, and will look into the advantages and limitations they both possess.
Firstly will look at the psychological resilience as an intervention programme to well-being. Craver (1998) had given the definition for someone having resiliency to be adept to “bounce back” from traumatic or worrying events efficiently and quickly (as cited in, Tugade, Fredrickson & Barrett, 2004). The concept is hard to understand about the significance between positive emotions and psychological resilience, in people who have experienced a traumatic event. Studies involving in resilience normally try to look for vulnerability and protective factors that may change the undesirable effects of hardship situations and, when they have done this, it looks into finding out what mechanisms or processes are involved with this sort of associations (as cited in, Luthar & Cicchetti, 2000). Vulnerability factors are those that have the tendency to aggravate the negative effects of the situation (Luthar & Cicchetti, 2000), for instance living in a urban poverty city, the vulnerability marker would be the male gender in that society (e.g. Kraemer et al., 1997). Whereas protective factors can be seen as, things that can change negative effects of risk into a good path (Luthar & Cicchetti, 2000). For example having ...
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...tation of using this intervention is that the religious/spiritual measures used is based on a Christian perspective or the view that there is a God as a tool of measurement (Stanard et al., 2000). The question here arises is whether this intervention method is considered to be representative of the societies around the world.
Overall there is a need for well-being and this is not just to create long-lasting happiness, but also to strengthen one’s ability to cope through times of hardship. Although, researchers need to understand that it is important to realize the need for, more empiricism in well-being intervention studies. For instance, the methods used to measure well-being instruments like the SWBS is better for certain groups of people, compared to the SAI which needs more work on before it can be used in health care services (Brown, Johnson & Parrish, 2007).
Wellbeing was first discussed as authentic happiness by Seligman. In the concept of authentic happiness he discussed the components of positive emotions, meaning in life and engagement. He had described these components to be very much essential in bringing in authentic happiness which he called as wellbeing. It takes the shape of subjective wellbeing, when it becomes subjective to a person’s experience alone. The concrete aspects of health and wealth may stay away from this, when a person’s subjectivity is concerned (Kammann, 1983). Over the years as we see in other studies, this concept has changed to subjective wellbeing being defined on the basis of all the areas of life, wherein the objective factors of wealth and health, and
I can distinguish between, various disorders and their impact on the patient such as Bipolar affective disorder and the distinct stages of mania and affect, the patient is presenting with, exposure to mental health disorders as an extension of the individual including symptoms and presentation has significantly contributing to my understanding of the mental health. the diversity and range he along the spectrum has increased my understanding as well as treatment services such as TMS AND ECT Although the analysis demonstrates the success of religious integration in group therapy and cohesion, it is necessary to consider individuals from other religions and those who are not religious or atheist. Sigurdardottir’s et al. (2016) wellness program may have shown prominent success due to the program leaning towards general activities such as yoga, art therapy and relaxation exercises with a focus on mind and body, irrespective of religious affiliation. Likewise, Tutty, Bubbins-Wagner and Rothery’s (2015) evaluation of the 14-week therapy program, You’re Not Alone also demonstrated improved mental wellbeing of the participants based on the interventions like character building, positive reinforcement and active role play which highlighted aggressive, abusive characters and the typical behaviours in relationships. the ability to interatw with a patient,
Is the concept in fact so simple and one dimensional? The Essay, “Toughen Up” by Alice Kelly asks what is resilience are born with it or is it learned? The answer after some investigation tends to be a little of both one can learn resilience through life experience and a person can also be born with this trait a reaction to a crisis or high stress situation.
Different people use spirituality has a resilience tool to cope with different stressors before, during and after weathering the storms of life. Spirituality can be what holds a family together doing stressors, and stop people from feeling or being isolated, during those times of life. Spirituality can help you connect with others, as well as to connect with something bigger than yourself; it can give you a sense of purpose during what may seem like the darkest hours. Spirituality can help people find the meaning to life, through their own resilience. Spirituality for those that are religious can be your connection with God, for those that are not religious it may be the connection with nature or family. Spirituality can give a person a healthy connection to others, as well as a healthier lifestyle for example drinking or smoking less, strength during times of stress. Spirituality can help you be more optimistic thus making for lessened anxiety and depression as well as fewer suicides and a greater chance for stability in marriage. Spirituality can be taken with you anywhere you go, whether it be in everyday, combat or traumatic events, you can take your spiritually with you in mindfulness, or by reciting prays to yourself. Whether you choose to pray or med...
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Within psychology adolescence is described as a period of transition from childhood to adulthood. It is a period between year twelve and late teens, when the physical growth is complete, the person becomes sexually mature and establishes identity (Nolen-Hoeksema, Friedricson, Loftus & Wagenaar, 2009). During this period of development, the individual has to face several risk factors, which are considered as a hazard on normal psychological development of an individual (Colman, 2009). This means, that experiencing them is associated with vulnerability, developing mental health problems and problematic behaviors such as for instance greater risk taking, school related deviance and school failure, teen pregnancy, substance misuse, aggression, violence or vandalism or in other words delinquency and antisocial behavior (Perkins & Borden, 2003). Therefore risk factors have a potential not just endanger the present developmental period, but also jeopardize the future biological and psychological development (Beam, Gill-Rivas, Greenberger & Chen, 2002; Perkins & Borden, 2003). However, not all young individual will respond to risk factors by developing negative outcomes. Some develop resilience and adapt to changes and stressors (Crawford, 2006; Perkins & Borden, 2003). Furthermore it has been suggested, that risk factors are desirable for developing this kind of positive outcome (Fergus & Zimmerman, 2005). According to Fonagy et. al. (1994) (cited in Crawford, 2006) resilience can be defined as normal development under difficult conditions. It leads to overcoming and coping with the negative effects of exposure to risk factors (Fergus & Zimmerman, 2005). To maintain this, protective factors need to be put in place (Fergus & Zimmerman, 2...
According to psychology, the ability of humans to adapt to negative life situations and withstand stress and adversity is centered in a concept called resilience. An individual with resilience may experience the stress and pain that oppression and adversity brings; however, they are better able to control their negative emotions, rather than allowing these emotions to control their thoughts and actions. Resilience is not something people are born with or without, it is a trait that is developed. However, there are causational factors that contribute to the development of resilience. A few of these factors are: Having at least one close friendship and or having a
...der to surpass the stress experienced by the whole family. It is continuously staying strong and supporting each family member in the changes that might take place in order to respond to the internal and external forces. In brief, developing a resilient family does not solely depend on just those part of the family, everyone has a significant role to play in order for a family to cope with the internal and external stress they encounter. The article is truly useful in most of the situations Filipino families are experiencing right now. It would not only guide them but also mold those families to become stronger and have higher hopes and goals in life. Metaphorically, Understanding Family Resilience is similar to a guide for families to follow in order to have a stronger relationship, not just with those part of their family but also those part of their environment.
Positive interventions have previously been shown to have a positive effect on those involved in these types of activities. This investigation hypothesized that performing kind acts and noting gratitude would have a positive effect on happiness as measured by self-esteem. Further, it was predicted that differences would be observed based on several factors: experimental condition, gender, and religious commitment. Participants (N=30) from a large, northeastern, urban university participated in an experiment in which positive interventions were performed daily for one week. Pre-test and post-test measures of happiness were obtained. The findings confirmed an increase in happiness following both interventions. However, the differences predicted based on the factors investigated were not observed.
In the Oxford English dictionary the definition of wellbeing is “a state of being healthy, happy or prosperous; physical, psychological and moral welfare.” In correlation with KE 206 module, wellbeing is indeed all these things but also how they shape and influence the lives of children and young people. The wellbeing of children and young people can be understood objectively and subjectively. Objectively, the wellbeing of children and young people can be understood by looking at and measuring basic needs in life food shelter and safety. The wellbeing of children and young people can be understood subjectively by asking how one perceives themselves, their own wellbeing and emotions. In general, wellbeing is also affected by external factors
There is evidence suggesting that attention to one’s spirituality influences the ability to cope with illness, help in the prevention of illn...
Strengthening Family Resilience Family resilience can be described as the successful coping of family members under adversity that enables support and cohesion within the family (Walsh, 2006). According to the research, resilient families typically have many of the following protective factors: positive outlook, spirituality, family member accord, flexibility, family communication, financial management, family time, shared recreation, routines and rituals, and outside support networks (Walsh, 2003). These protective factors not only serve as a function within the family structure, but are a factor in the therapeutic process. The family resilience perspective in therapy shifts away from a deficit-based lens that views struggling families as
Ong, A. D., Bergeman, C. S., Bisconti, T. L., & Wallace, K. A. (2006). Psychological resilience, positive emotions, and successful adaptation to stress in later life. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 91(4), 730.
In the United States 20% of the adult population report that they are living a flourishing life (Keyes, 2002). However, a high percentage reports feeling as if they are ‘‘stuck’’ or ‘‘want more’’ and are yet not diagnosable with a mental disorder (Fredrickson, 2008). Because happiness has been found to be the source of many desirable life outcomes e.g. career success, marriage, and health, it is of importance to understand, how languishing individuals can reach this ideal state: How can well-being be enhanced and misery reduced (Lyubomirsky, King, & Diener, 2005). Over the past decade, research in the field of positive psychology has emerged to provide evidence-based methods to increase an individual’s psychological well-being, through so called positive psychology interventions (PPI’s). PPI’s are treatment methods or intentional activities used to promote positive feelings or behaviour. PPI’s vary from writing gratitude letters, practicing optimistic thinking and replaying positive experiences. A meta-analysis of 51 independent PPI studies demonstrated significant results in the effectiveness of PPI’s increasing well-being (49 studies; r = .29) (Sin & Lyubomirsky, 2009).
They are better able to cope with life’s challenges, build and sustain stronger relationships and to recover from setbacks that can happen to anyone of us. However, just as it requires energy and a commitment to build or to maintain physical health, so is it with mental and emotional wellbeing. Improving a person’s emotional health can lead to a number of benefits that are related to all aspects of life: it can enhance the person’s mood, foster resilience and improve an individual’s overall enjoyment of