Prerequisites:PSYCH 100 This course fulfills a course requirement in the Psychology Core Concentration. Positive Psychology is the scientific study of the strengths and virtues that enable individuals, families and communities to thrive. The course examines the history of positive psychology, the emergence of research in the field, and the influence of positive psychology on psychotherapy. Self-reflective journaling is a large component of this course. Journal entries include: selfless acts, experiential exercises and reading/viewing reflections.