In the “dark side” of IT presented in this case, there are many implications for optimism, hope, SWB, emotional intelligence, and self-efficacy. Describe a specific example of each of these positive psychology constructs. In general, how can the understanding of the positive constructs help overcome the list of problems presented in the case? How can the manager of a unit consisting of mostly older, computer-illiterate employees, who were very effective under the old system, use these concepts to make a more successful transition to a new, technologically sophisticated operating system?

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Answer Part1 Positive psychology is the scientific study of what makes life most worth living focusing on both individual and societal wellbeingPositive psychology began as a new domain of psychology ... View the full answer