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Happiness: Theory, Research and Application in Positive Psychology
PSYCH X 401
What makes human beings flourish? Learn the science behind the field of positive psychology and what contributes to happiness, resilience and thriving.
Summarize theories and empirical findings in the field of positive psychology
Critique the scientific validity of studies
Create, plan, and demonstrate a positive intervention
About this course:
What makes human beings flourish? In this course, we will examine, discuss, and apply theories and research within the field of positive psychology. Lectures, readings, papers and in-class exercises are based on the scientific discoveries, philosophical questions, historical perspectives and practices of well-being. Topics include: biological and physiological determinants of happiness, how happiness is measured, roles of human neuroanatomical structures in well-being, human character strengths and virtues, positive emotions, meaning and engagement, relationships, accomplishment, resilience, pleasure vs. long-term happiness, bi-directional relationship between physical health and positive affect, roles of evolution and motivation in happiness, and whether or not the pursuit of happiness is a practical endeavor and moral obligation.
Spring 2025 Schedule
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This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens February 03, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
Enrollment deadline: April 6th, 2025. Internet access required. Materials required.
Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to mentalhealth@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.
Refund Deadline
Refunds only available from February 03, 2025 to April 13, 2025
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