Positive psychology: A theoretical foundation for recreation therapy practice
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https://doi.org/10.5055/ajrt.2010.0020Keywords:
positive psychology, recreation therapy, strengthsAbstract
Positive psychology is a burgeoning field that has great application in the field of recreation therapy. It provides a context for the application of recreation therapy interventions and offers an examination of clients in a manner that is holistic and focused on the strengths (rather than the deficits) of the individual. In this article, the roots of positive psychology are discussed and defined, the three pillars of positive psychology are described, and finally, the relationship between positive psychology and recreation therapy is delineated. Positive psychology offers the field of recreation therapy with a firm foundation for theoretical growth and practice.References
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