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It was created by Christopher Peterson and Martin Seligman, researchers in the field of positive psychology, in order to operationalize their handbook Character Strengths and Virtues (CSV). [1] The CSV is the positive psychology counterpart to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) used in traditional psychology. [1]
Education is the transmission of knowledge, skills, and character traits and manifests in various forms. Formal education occurs within a structured institutional framework, such as public schools, following a curriculum.
For example, although gradual memory impairment is the hallmark feature of Alzheimer's disease, a systematic review of personality changes in Alzheimer's disease by Robins Wahlin and Byrne, published in 2011, found systematic and consistent trait changes mapped to the Big Five. The largest change observed was a decrease in conscientiousness.
Character traits and attributes include resilience, self-discipline, empathy and compassion, focusing on the social and emotional development of each student. [35] The curriculum development is a springboard towards personal and social capability, ethical and intercultural understanding, and sound moral judgement.
Intellectual courage is a "character strength", [1] along with other personality aspects such as self-generated curiosity and open-mindedness. [ 1 ] The development of intellectual courage is iterative, stemming from the ongoing influence of one's social surroundings and environment. [ 5 ]
It concerns positive states (e.g. happiness), positive traits (e.g. talents, interests, strengths of character), positive relationships, and positive institutions and how these apply to physical health. [38] Seligman proposes that a person can best promote their well-being by nurturing their character strengths. [39]
In 2008–2017, 100% of the school's seniors received a high school diploma.Of 11 seniors, 11 graduated from ACE. For the 2016–2017 school year 80% if high school students received a 3.5 GPA or higher with some exceeding a 4.0., thus receiving a Presidential Award with the sitting president's signature printed on it.
An individual is seen as in control of their actions and their thoughts, though self-mastery is required. With behavior modification, individuals will develop personal skills and traits by altering their behavior independent of their emotions. [50] For example, a person may feel intense anger but would still behave in a positive manner.