This course is part of Foundations of Positive Psychology Specialization.This course explores the past, present and future of positive psychology as a journey through the key scientific leaps led by Dr. Seligman and his colleagues at the University of Pennsylvania's Positive Psychology Center and Master of Applied Positive Psychology program.
Explore the practical applications and interventions of positive psychology with this Coursera course. Learn how to apply the principles of positive psychology to enhance well-being and promote personal growth.
The Department of Psychology at the University of Michigan's LSA (Literature, Science, and the Arts) college offers a comprehensive program for undergraduate students. The department provides academic advising, both in person and online, to help students navigate their studies. It is a hub for foundational knowledge and creative thinking, engaging with a complex, diverse, and changing world.
This course is part of Foundations of Positive Psychology Specialization.In this course, you are exposed to the foundational research in resilience, including protective factors such as mental agility and optimism. Several types of resilience interventions are explored including cognitive strategies; strategies to manage anxiety and increase positive emotions such as gratitude; and a critical relationship enhancement skill.
In this course, we will explore different aspects of good mental health as well as provide an overview of the major kinds of mental disorders, their causes, treatments and how to seek help and support.The course will feature a large number of Australian experts in psychiatry, psychology and mental health research,and we will also hear from “lived experience experts”, people who have lived with mental illness, and share their personal stories of recovery.