The Critiques and Criticisms of Positive Psychology: Reflections and Solutions
Thursday, June 8th
14:00 - 18:00 (Irish Time)
In-person at UCC
The workshop will introduce participants to the different waves of positive psychological research and orient them to the 117 critiques and criticisms of contemporary positive psychology. Using a world-cafe format, participants will then, in smaller groups (a) identify additional challenges facing the field, (b) debate, discuss and generate solutions to current critiques and criticisms, and (c) help chart a roadmap for advancing the science and practice of positive psychology.
The Less Paved Roads Ahead: Wicked Problems for Positive Psychology
Friday, March 31st
12:00 - 1:00pm (Irish Time)
Positive Psychology has evolved greatly over the years, with iterations 2.0 and 3.0 reflecting the changing landscape of more sophisticated research and practice. Rather than proposing new directions in research, this presentation lays out four areas of interest that are growing and in need of attention for a better world.