Research in positive psychology and its impact on the understanding of human capabilities

Authors

  • Norma Ruvalcaba Romero Universidad de Guadalajara
  • Margarita Tarragona Sáez Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21615/cesp.7556

Keywords:

Positive Psychology, Scientific investigation

Abstract

In recent decades, research in Positive Psychology has made important contributions to the field of psychology and human behavior, including a broader understanding of the capabilities and potential of individuals and society, and inviting reflection about concepts like well-being, flourishing, quality of life and positive human development. Positive psychology has studied factors that contribute to physical and mental health, and developed effective interventions that foster them. These contributions are reflected today in multiple studies and publications that have undoubtedly contributed to the advancement of science and the strengthening the training of students, academics and professionals in psychology and related areas.

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Author Biographies

Norma Ruvalcaba Romero, Universidad de Guadalajara

Licenciada en Psicología, Universidad de Guadalajara. Doctora en Inteligencia Emocional en la Universidad de Málaga, España. Docente Investigadora Titular del Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud y Directora de la División de Disciplinas Básicas para la Salud, Universidad de Guadalajara.

Margarita Tarragona Sáez, Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México

Licenciada en Psicología, Universidad Iberoamericana. Maestra y Doctora en Psicología, Universidad de Chicago, E.U.A. Profesora de la Práctica y Directora del Centro ITAM de Estudios del Bienestar, Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México. Docente de la Universidad de Pennsylvania en línea. Presidenta de la Sociedad Mexicana de Psicología Positiva (SMPP) y miembro del consejo consultivo de la Sociedad Internacional de Psicología Positiva (IPPA).

Published

2023-11-10

How to Cite

Ruvalcaba Romero, N., & Tarragona Sáez, M. (2023). Research in positive psychology and its impact on the understanding of human capabilities. Revista CES Psicología, 16(3), i-ii. https://doi.org/10.21615/cesp.7556