A Positive Psychology Theoretical Model to Coach Veterans Through Successful Transitions

Abstract

A conceptual model was constructed on the basis of an extensive literature review examining positive psychology topics as related to human resource development. The Problem Research primarily focused on workplace or university settings. Fostering positive psychology in veterans’ work transitions is a new and an important component to human resource development research. The Solution The benefits of focusing on positive psychology in the military to better prepare veterans for the workforce starts with support from research in the workplace and the university setting. Psychological well-being is vital to workplace performance and engagement. Despite the research supporting positive psychology, systematic approaches to developing psychological well-being often go missing in organizations and in the military. The Stakeholders An institution wide implementation of a positive psychology approach imbedded in human resource development would allow for measurement of the impact in the veteran population. Models of positive psychology training would guide the promotion of well-being in military to work transitions.