Positive psychology and resiliency are powerful tools to help Soldiers and leaders cope with stress

Positive psychology and resiliency are powerful tools to help Soldiers and leaders cope with stress

Purpose: As senior leaders, Sergeants Major have a significant role in the climate of their organizations, especially when it comes to the area of stress. Positive psychology and resiliency are powerful tools to help Soldiers and leaders cope with stress. The purpose of this essay is for the students to demonstrate an understanding of the core concepts of positive psychology and resiliency factors.

Assignment: Write a 5-7 page essay (not including cover and references page) explaining how Sergeants Major can use positive psychology in general, and MRT specifically, to overcome leadership challenges (sexual assault, domestic violence, substance abuse, etc) in their units.

Refer to your Foundation Study Guide for more details.