PSY 317 The Psychology of Happiness

This course focuses on happiness defined by positive psychology as subjective well-being and optimal human functioning. The course examines the relationship of emotions, affect, cognition, self-esteem, mindfulness, engagement, and social relations to happiness. The course also present measures of happiness and provides opportunities to use these measures to assess and increase happiness. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

Credits

5

Distribution

Behavioral Science