Differentiate Seligman's Learned Optimism from Carver and Scheier's Definition of Optimism

question 25

Essay

Differentiate Seligman's learned optimism from Carver and Scheier's definition of optimism. Describe the assessments that are used to measure these two different types of optimism.

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Definitions:

CINAHL

An acronym for Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature; a comprehensive source of articles for nurses and allied health professionals.

Diabetic Neuropathy

A type of nerve damage that can occur in individuals with diabetes, leading to numbness, pain, and weakness, particularly in the limbs.

Literature Search

A systematic and thorough search for information and publications on a specific topic, often conducted as part of academic research.

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

A digital version of a patient’s paper chart, allowing easy access and sharing of medical information among healthcare providers.