Provides an explanation of the key tenets of Positive Psychology and examines the practical application of this research to education.
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Dr Jacolyn Norrish is passionate about mental health promotion and prevention and views schools as one of the most powerful avenues for building flourishing communities. Jacolyn's PhD involved developing and testing a Positive Education program for Australian adolescents that explored concepts such as hope, kindness, meaning, character strengths, and gratitude. Jacolyn has worked with a range of schools and organisations in their application of evidence-based wellbeing initiatives, including Geelong Grammar School, Berry Street School, and the AFL Players' Association. Her interests include mindfulness, acceptance commitment therapy, compassion, and altruism. She has taught wellbeing and Positive Psychology across the Psychology, Medicine, and Business faculties of Monash University.
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