Effects of Nadir Experiences
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 13667308 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Peter Ebersole (California State College, Fullerton, corresponding author) |
| Year | 1970 |
| Volume | 27 |
| Issue | 2 |
| Pages | 207-209 |
| Publication date | 1970-10-01 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Psychological Reports (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0033-2941 • E-ISSN: 1558-691X |
| Publisher | SAGE Publishing (PUBLISHER • US) |
| DOI | 10.2466/pr0.1970.27.2.207 |
| PMID | 5454103 |
| OpenAlex | W2043483232 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 5 |
| References cited | 3 |
Experimental studies of positive growth have generally neglected the possibility that painful (nadir) experiences can have beneficial effects. Between 36% and 44% of 36 state college students reported basically positive effects resulting from their nadir experiences. Also, 39% of the Ss stated that nadir effects were more important than peak (most wonderful, happy experiences) effects. These data provide support for Maslow's contention that suffering can have beneficial effects and suggest that more attention should be given to nadir effects, both in investigations of positive growth and in diagnostic studies related to peaks and nadirs
Maslow's hierarchy of needs · Nadir · Physics · Leadership, Courage, and Heroism Studies · Optimism, Hope, and Well-being · Psychological Well-being and Life Satisfaction · Psychology · Social Psychology
| Unique citing works | 5 |
|---|---|
| Citations per year | 0,09 |
| Citation span | 1972 - 1999 (28) |
| Citation velocity | historical |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 5 |