Question

Discuss the concept of learned optimism and how it relates to coping with stress by individuals.

Answer 1

LEARNED OPTIMISM:-
-It is the idea in positive psychology that a talent for joy and optimism can be cultivated.
-It is contrasted with learned helplessness.
-It is done by consciously challenging any negative self talk.

COPING WITH STRESS:-
-Learned optimism play the dominant role in determining their coping strategies.
(i) Taking action, exerting efforts, to remove the stressor.
(ii) Thinking about how to confront the stressor, planning ones active coping.
(iii) Seeking Emotional Social Support from someone.
(iv)Suppressing one’s attention to other activities.
(v)
Accepting the fact that the stressful event has occurred and is real.