The 22nd Annual Research Conference

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Positive Psychology:Strengthening Strength-based Practice

Room: Salon E & F

Session Number: 1000

Presenting: Ivor Groves

All Authors for this paper: Ivor Groves

Presentation Type: poster presentation

Synopsis: Positive psychology is identifying factors, processes and interventions that enable people to thrive and have positive mental health. The purpose of this presentation will be to stimulate thinking and knowledge of how research findings regarding strengths, positive engagement, positive emotions and positive cognitions might be applied in SOC practice at both the client and the organizational level. The poster will include whether the goals of individualized services with a child and family should explicitly include improved subjective well-being, increased hope/optimism and greater engagement in activities that strengthen and build on talents and preferences. Possible future directions of research will be discussed.

Date: Sunday, March 1, 2009

Session Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM