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Why positive psychology is necessary.

K M Sheldon1, L King

  • 1Department of Psychology, 210 McAlester Hall, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO 65211, USA. sheldonk@missouri.edu

The American Psychologist
|April 24, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Positive psychology encourages appreciating human nature, challenging the negative bias in traditional psychology. This shift aims to improve understanding of successful human functioning.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Positive Psychology

Background:

  • Theoretical psychology often exhibits a negative bias.
  • This bias may limit the understanding of typical and successful human functioning.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define positive psychology.
  • To advocate for a more appreciative perspective on human nature within psychology.
  • To introduce articles within a special section focused on positive psychology.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis and definition of positive psychology.
  • Discussion of the negative bias in psychological theory.
  • Overview of subsequent articles.

Main Results:

  • Positive psychology offers a framework for studying human strengths and well-being.
  • Acknowledging and addressing the negative bias is crucial for a comprehensive understanding of human functioning.
  • The special section provides diverse perspectives on positive psychology.

Conclusions:

  • Psychologists should adopt a more balanced view, incorporating positive aspects of human nature.
  • Cultivating an appreciative perspective can enhance the field's understanding of optimal functioning.
  • Further research and exploration within positive psychology are warranted.

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