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 and Neuroscience at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill was founded as the Department of Psychology in 1920 by John Frederick Dashiell. The Department offers three degrees for undergraduates – a B.A. in Psychology, a B.S. in Neuroscience, and a B.S. in Psychology, a Cognitive Science minor, a Neuroscience Minor, and the Ph.D. at the graduate-level. Our Graduate Programs include Behavioral and Integrative Neuroscience, Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Quantitative Psychology, and Social Psychology.
The Noba Project is a free platform offering a comprehensive library of open-access psychology textbooks, including interactive modules, videos, and quizzes, aimed at enhancing psychology education.
Harvard's course on Building Personal Resilience teaches effective strategies for managing anxiety and improving mental health. It focuses on psychological techniques to build resilience and cope with stress, anxiety, and life challenges. Join Harvard Medical School faculty Dr. Luana Marques to use applied psychology to build personal resilience with five science-driven skills.