Explore the science behind well-being for teens with this Coursera course. Learn evidence-based behaviors to boost mood and gain insight into living the good life. No prior experience required, flexible schedule, and a beginner-friendly approach.
This 6-week course aims to curb this mental health crisis by bringing together the best insights from Dr. Laurie Santos' popular Yale course Psychology and the Good Life. In this course, you will explore what the field of psychology teaches us about how to be happier, how to feel less stressed, and how to thrive in high school and beyond. The lessons along with short weekly 'happiness homework' assignments will ultimately prepare you to put these scientific findings into practice. The ultimate goal is for you to feel better and build healthier habits. Parents, teachers, and other professionals supporting teenagers may also find the course beneficial.
The Positive Psychology People is a platform dedicated to making positive psychology accessible to all, sharing transformative concepts, groundbreaking research, and empowering theories in an engaging and understandable language.
The School of Psychology at the University of Queensland offers psychological assessment and therapy services to the public, with a focus on high-quality teaching and research.
This course discusses research findings in the field of positive psychology, conducted by Barbara Fredrickson and her colleagues. It also features practical applications of this science that you can put to use immediately to help you live a full and meaningful life.