In this course you will engage in a series of challenges designed to increase your own happiness and build more productive habits. As preparation for these tasks, Professor Laurie Santos reveals misconceptions about happiness, annoying features of the mind that lead us to think the way we do, and the research that can help us change. You will ultimately be prepared to successfully incorporate a specific wellness activity into your life.
Dive into the Science of Well-Being, a comprehensive course offered by Yale University on Coursera, designed to explore the fundamentals of happiness and well-being. With 19 hours of engaging content spread over 3 weeks, this course provides a flexible schedule and the opportunity to learn at your own pace. Discover actionable strategies to improve your life satisfaction, build healthier habits, and intentionally practice these techniques for lasting change. Earn a shareable certificate and boost your personal development journey.
The Department of Psychology at the University of Copenhagen is engaged in research and teaching in the field of psychology. The department explores topics such as memory and concentration problems in people with bipolar disorder and the role of neuroplasticity in cognitive disorders. Professor Kamilla Miskowiak is leading projects supported by the Independent Research Fund Denmark.
The University of Chicago's Department of Psychology offers advanced research and education in areas such as cognitive, clinical, and developmental psychology, aiming to improve mental health and behavior.
The Department of Psychology, established in 1967, is an intellectually diverse community of scholars engaged in research addressing psychology at the levels of mind, brain, and society. We strive for excellence in our scholarship and teaching, and we seek to cultivate in our students a dedication to the highest standards in their endeavors. We are committed to collaboration within and across disciplinary boundaries, and to sustaining professional links with relevant local, national, and global organizations.