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Jun 2018
28m 58s

Positive psychology—with Martin Seligman

ABC Radio
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During the 1960s the field of psychology focussed on the science of how past trauma creates present symptoms, and how to reduce people’s misery. Professor Martin Seligman wanted to change that focus. He’s become known as the Father of Positive Psychology, and he’s had a profound influence worldwide. In Part 1 of our ... Show More
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