Year: 2009
Type: article
Abstract: This paper aims to address the cultural sensitivity of positive psychology.In 2000, Seligman and Csikszentmihalyi (2000) developed positive psychology, which focuses on individuals' strengths, in an attempt to move away from the emphasis on pathology within psychology.While the field attempts to capitalize on people's strong points, it does not portray all definitions of happiness and well-being that vary across cultures.A review of the literature shows that cultural differences exist in terms of peoples' values, emotions, and how they define the self.Careful review of the literature has provided evidence to support the lack of culturally based content within the field.As a result, the authors conclude that positive psychology is not culturally sensitive.
Authors: Amanda Kubokawa, Amber Ottaway
Language: English
Subfield: Social Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W2123992780