About this course
In this experiential lab, work together with other students carrying out experiential activities to investigate how the application of key theories and concepts within the field of positive psychology may affect a person’s psychological, emotional, behavioral and/or cognitive style, and responses. Implications for groups and organizations may also be considered. Topics could include positive emotions, flow, relationships, meaning, accomplishment, individual strengths, goal setting, creativity, and altruism. Class work consists of experiential activities based on integrating theory with hands-on application, reflective experience, and discussion.
The aim of this experimental lab is to explore and understand how we can enhance performance and facilitate psychological well-being by putting positive psychology theories and concepts into action. The focus is on the application of positive psychology in a systematic manner, i.e. exploring and testing how to foster the factors that allow and support individual and community flourishing whilst taking important contextual factors and individual characteristics such as social support, culture, motivation, and age into consideration.
Syllabus
Spring 2026 – Section B
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It is not permitted to enroll in the Positive Psychology Practicum and this course simultaneously.
