AP Psychology Unit 5 - Positive Psychology

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Meditation

time is a time-tested and research-supported method for cultivating mindfulness

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two benefits of serotonin being released in your brain

happier and stronger immune system

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Mindfullness

This is a healthy awareness of thoughts, emotions, and experioences that we can apply to everyday circumstances to live a rich and joyful life.

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Kindness

Behavior marked by acts of genreosity, consideraton for others, without expecting praise or reward

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Serotonin and Oxytocin

Released when you see, perform, or have someone do a kindness to you

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Social connections

joining a group based on your interests can increase social connections

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Gratitude

Practicing this can help to acknowledge your fortunate circumstanes and leaves less room for wanting what others have

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Savoring

Doing this can generate, intensify, and prolong enjoyment of an activity

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Golden Handcuffs

Being stuck in a job that you hate but it pays a lot of money

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Hedonic Adaptation

You really wanted that new video, but after time it doesn't give you the same satisfaction and you want a new one

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Neuroplasticity

Our brains are like a muscle and can grow and change throughout our life

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Signature strengths

Their ability to sense what is going on within themself and others, supports positive cooperation and connection

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