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In this groundbreaking bestseller, Martin Seligman, PhD, shows how to chart a new approach to living with 'flexible optimism'. Dr. Seligman outlines in this text the easy to follow techniques that have helped thousands of people rise above the pessimism and the depression that accompanies negative thoughts and build a life of rewards and lasting happiness. Learned Optimism shows one how to: Recognize a persons 'explanatory style', what to say to yourself when you experience setbacks, and how it influences your life
How clients can boost their moods and their immune systems, with healthful thoughts
Help children and adolescents practice the thought patterns that encourage optimism
Break the 'I give up' habit with Dr. Seligman’s ABC techniques
Change interior dialogue and experience the positive results
Educational Objectives
- have a better understanding of the connection between optimism, mood and general health
- be able to help clients apply the ABC model to foster a more positive way to view and resolve adversity
- have an increased understanding of the origins and maintenance of optimism and pessimism from a developmental perspective
- posses a greater ability to diagnose and treat clients with a habitual pessimistic and depressive explanatory style
- have more techniques and strategies at their disposal to help children escape pessimism
Syllabus / Course Instructions
- The Course consists of reading the selected book, successfully completing an online posttest and filling out a course evaluation.
- The book is not included. It must be purchased separately. We have supplied a link to Amazon.com for your convenience.
- Purchasing your course will give you access to both a printable copy of the test and an online version. Print the test to use as a companion as you read the book and answer the questions.
- You cannot exit the online test once you begin, so have your answers available.
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