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The present and future of positive technologies.

Cristina Botella¹, Giuseppe Riva, Andrea Gaggioli

¹Dpto. Psicología Básica, Clínica y Psicobiología, Universitat Jaume I, Castellón, Spain. botella@psb.uji.es

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|December 14, 2011

Summary

Positive Technology enhances personal experience by integrating Positive Psychology and Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs). This field focuses on improving emotional quality, engagement, and connectedness for increased wellness and resilience.

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Area of Science:

Psychology
Human-Computer Interaction
Technology Ethics

Background:

The integration of technology into daily life necessitates a focus on its impact on personal well-being.
Positive Psychology offers a framework for understanding and promoting human flourishing.
Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) have the potential to significantly influence subjective experiences.

Purpose of the Study:

To define and delineate the emerging field of Positive Technology.
To explore how technology can be scientifically and practically applied to enhance the quality of personal experience.
To identify key variables and objectives within Positive Technology.

Main Methods:

Literature review and conceptual analysis of existing technologies.
Classification of Positive Technologies based on their primary objectives (hedonic, eudaimonic, social/interpersonal).
Identification of core variables: emotional quality, engagement/actualization, and connectedness.

Main Results:

Positive Technologies aim to structure, augment, or replace experiences to foster wellness, strengths, and resilience.
Technologies are categorized into hedonic (mood-altering), eudaimonic (self-actualization support), and social/interpersonal (connection enhancement).
The field leverages ICTs to transform personal experience into a resource for individual and societal growth.

Conclusions:

Positive Technology represents a convergence of psychological principles and technological innovation.
The strategic design of technology can actively contribute to increased well-being and personal development.
Future research should explore novel applications and ethical considerations within Positive Technology.