Introduction & Topic Learning Outcome
While media often receives negative attention for its potential harmful effects, it also has the power to promote positive change and enhance well-being. Positive media psychology explores the ways in which media can be used to promote mental health awareness, foster resilience, and inspire prosocial behavior. This topic will delve into the role of media in promoting positive psychology, the development of digital well-being tools, the effectiveness of media-based interventions, and the impact of prosocial media content on social behavior.
Upon completion of this topic, you should be able to:
Analyze the role of media in promoting mental health awareness and reducing stigma associated with mental health conditions.
Evaluate the effectiveness of positive psychology-based digital well-being tools and strategies for enhancing individual and collective well-being.
Apply media-based interventions to promote resilience and coping skills, addressing challenges such as stress, anxiety, and trauma.
Discuss the impact of prosocial media content on social behavior, including its potential to inspire empathy, kindness, and positive social change.
You will spend approximately 8 hours on this topic.