Exam 3: Classifications and Measures of Strengths and Positive Outcomes

The ways of classifying strengths discussed in Chapter 3, have largely been conceptualized with Western values and ideals in mind. How do you think the strengths measures discussed in chapter four would hold up across different cultures? Specifically, what strengths do you think would be emphasized or more prominent in other cultures?

What is another common term for romantic love?

In the well-being model proposed by Ryff and Keyes, which of the following is true?

How did Clifton derive the themes of talent listed in the Gallup classification system?

According to the Search Institute, what types of variables contribute to a child's thriving?

A naturally recurring pattern of thought, feeling, or behavior that can be utilized and displayed in life experiences is the definition of what positive psychological construct?

Self-acceptance, personal growth, purpose in life, environmental mastery, autonomy, and positive relations with others are components of whose model of psychological well-being?

What are the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) and the International Classification of Diseases (ICD)?

In this chapter we learned how one of the authors of this book capitalized on his strengths. Take the Clifton StrengthsFinder and the Values in Action-Inventory of Strengths. Identify your top two strengths from each measure. Think of ways that you can intentionally use or capitalize on each of these strengths in your everyday life. How do you think this will affect your life and your relationships with others?

What is the common theme among the Clifton StrengthsFinder, the VIA-IS, and the Search Institute Profiles of Student Life?

When people are given feedback from the Clifton StrengthsFinder they are

According to the VIA Classification of Virtues and Strengths, civic strengths that underlie healthy community life is the definition of what?

In the Developmental Asset framework, positive experiences that young people gain through interactions with people and institutions are considered what type of assets?

Which classification system was originally developed to assess a positive youth development program and to define the concept of "strength?"

The Search Institute's Developmental Assets were conceptualized in response to what question?

Why is the VIA Classification of Strengths known as "the antithesis of the DSM?"

When using measures of psychological strength, it is important to

A capacity for feeling, thinking, and behaving in a way that allows optimal functioning in the pursuit of valued outcomes is the definition of what positive psychological construct?

Which of the following characteristics is NOT a problem when attempting to measure strengths in other cultures?

The question "what protects children from today's problems" was the question that drove the development of