PSY 420 Positive Psychology: Locate Reliable Websites

From the Positive Psychology Center at University of Pennsylvania, this site provides free resources to increase your understanding o of Positive Psychology. Free registration is required for taking questionnaires.

Site includes journals articles, summaries of completed studies and on going studies exploring well-being.

"Reports on groundbreaking research into the roots of compassion, happiness and altruism." (From website.)

Association created "To promote the science of positive psychology and its research-based applications." (From website.)

Located at the University of Pennsylvania, the Positive Psychology Center maintains a website with readings, videos, and current research information.

Includes: History of Happiness, Science of Happiness, Resources, lesson plans and a blog. Provides links to original studies mentioned.

The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), a component of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

"News about Psychology and Psychologists, including commentary and archival articles published in The New York Times." (From website.)

"Provides tips and strategies for managing stress, building willpower and information on how psychologists can help you." (From site.)

A list of psychological topics, linked to useful definitions and resources.