POSITIVE THINKING ABOUT LİFE

Positive thinking is using one’s mind in a positive manner. thinking involves cognitive processes and positive thinking is necessary for satisfaction in life. the meaning of positive thinking can vary between cultures. past and current publications have emphasized that positive thinking is necessary for life and that it has a positive influence on health which differs according to professions and illnesses. it has been emphasized for nursing profession. in this article the general results of studies about positive thinking that could be found from the past to the present were reviewed. the results were reviewed chronologically to be able to follow changes over time. in conclusion positive thinking research studies, from the first study until the most recent studies, have emphasized the therapeutic effect of positive thinking on the health of people. differences have been found at an expected level in individuals according to factors, such as their profession, illness, and educational status. the appropriateness of conditions has been shown to have a positive effect on thinking.