Positive psychology offers approaches that go beyond reducing post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms toward building the conditions for genuine flourishing.
PERMA and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Martin Seligman's PERMA model identifies five elements of wellbeing relevant to post-traumatic stress disorder:
- Positive emotions: Deliberately cultivating joy, gratitude, and pleasure alongside post-traumatic stress disorder treatment
- Engagement: Flow states that create absorption and counter post-traumatic stress disorder
- Relationships: Quality connections that buffer against post-traumatic stress disorder
- Meaning: Purpose that persists despite post-traumatic stress disorder
- Achievement: Progress toward goals, even while managing post-traumatic stress disorder
Signature Strengths and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Research shows that using your top character strengths in new ways is a robust post-traumatic stress disorder intervention. The VIA Character Strengths survey identifies your strengths.
Integrating Positive Psychology with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Treatment
Positive psychology doesn't replace post-traumatic stress disorder treatment — it complements it. Treating post-traumatic stress disorder removes obstacles; positive psychology builds the structure of a fulfilling life.