TRAINING – For Teens – How to be Happy, Less Stressed, and Thrive

MHAfred recommends this online self-paced mini-course tailored for high schoolers. It provides a concise introduction to Positive Psychology, which explores the factors contributing to happiness. With this knowledge, teens can set personal goals for enhancing well-being and developing healthier habits. The course runs for six weeks and requires just three hours each week. Registration is open until the course ends in mid-August. Free to Coursera members, a free 7-day trial and course can be completed within that timeframe. 

Follow the web link in this MHAfred calendar posting for registration and a video presentation from Dr. Laurie Santos, professor of the popular Yale course Psychology and the Good Life. She explains why she developed this course for teens and what you can expect.

From the professor: A recent survey found that 37% of teens say they have poor mental health. This 6-week course aims to curb this mental health crisis by combining 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 and 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. 

Note: This course is not affiliated with Yale University and does not offer grades, credits, or student status. THE SCIENCE OF WELL-BEING FOR TEENS WAS PRODUCED IN PART DUE TO THE GENEROUS FUNDING OF THE ARTHUR M. BLANK FAMILY FOUNDATION AND THE JOHN TEMPLETON FOUNDATION.

Parents, teachers, and professionals supporting teenagers may also find the course relevant and beneficial.