Positive Theory of Psychology By Martin Seligman

Challenge
• Compare this theory to alternative theoretical positions that are currently used by researchers in personality psychology. For instance, how do their key concepts compare?
Defend Against the Challenge
• Assess the extent to which these alternative positions challenge the validity, weaknesses, or biases of the Positive Theory of Psychology. Be sure to cite specific examples from published research in the response.
Apply
• Apply Positive Psychology Theory in explaining a real-world problem (e.g., PTSD) or phenomenon (e.g., social media use). How would Positive Psychology theory Developed by Seligman understand this problem or phenomenon in terms of its root cause and key characteristics? Be sure to cite relevant research in the response.
Solutions
• Explain how this application relates to the theory’s larger contemporary relevance. In other words, how does this application demonstrate Positive Psychology theory’s potential to advance knowledge in personality psychology?