The Science of Happiness Course
Theory and Practice

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Uplift your Mood
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Course Description: The Science of Happiness Course - Theory and Practice

The Science of Happiness Course - Theory and Practice is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to enhance personal well-being. Through ten engaging modules, learners will explore the foundations of happiness, the importance of close relationships, and the impact of kindness, physical health, and a positive mindset. Each module incorporates video lessons, quizzes, and reflective challenges to deepen understanding and practice. 

Key topics include:
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  • The science of happiness and habits of happy individuals.
  • The role of acts of kindness in fostering community and support.
  • The significance of physical well-being and the concept of 'flow.'
  • Identifying personal strengths and fostering a positive mindset.
  • Exploring meaning in life and creating a personalized "happiness soup."
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The Science of Happiness - Theory and Practice Course Module Outline

What People Are Saying

I was drawn in by the simplicity and logic of the course, which provided me with a clear, big picture of happiness. That’s what sets the course apart from the others. The course enabled me to build up a systemic structure.

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An initiative of a group of psychologists and educators dedicated to the advancement of scientific knowledge about happiness and depression prevention.


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Very informative and educational. This should be a channel on public TV!




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Key Topics

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Positive Psychology

Learn about leading theories and applications of Positive Psychology on personal happiness and well-being, by pioneers Martin Seligman and Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi.

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The Science of Happiness

The Science of Happiness is accelerating. Explore the practical, and powerful, “habits of happy people” that have been uncovered by the social and natural sciences.

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Mental Health: New Discoveries

Learn about remarkable new discoveries in the Science of Mental Health and Well-being including "food for mood," the power of goal-setting, and finding meaning.

Frequently Asked Questions on
The Science of Happiness Course - Theory and Practice

How long does the Proficiency Certificate Course take to complete?

As long as you like. Each of the videos lasts from 5-10 minutes. The Course is completely self-paced. The practical exercises are optional though we strongly recommend you try out as many as you can. Along with "Prisha's (very funny) Tips," they provide valuable guidance on how to bridge theory and practice.

What's so special about this course?

Firstly, instead of following a particular school of thought, we follow the Science of Happiness as it unfolds. For example, this year, major systematic reviews indicate that:

Regular, mixed physical exercise generates large quantities of the brain growth hormone BDNF, which protects against both depression and neurodegeneration.
Walking through rural or urban forested areas for only 15 minutes, alleviates both depression and anxiety
Secondly, our material is drawn from the natural sciences (it covers topics such as "food and mood," sleeping habits, exercise, etc) as well as modern psychology, including Positive Psychology.

How can I benefit from this course?

  • 76% of students who practice only one of the "habits of happy people" described in the course report, feeling happier.
  • About 50% of our students take the Proficiency Course to improve their personal wellbeing and find relief from depression.
  • About 25% of our students are mental health professionals, including counselors, psychologists, nurses, and life coaches, seeking online training on wellbeing and depression prevention.
  • The provision of curricula and courses on mental health in schools is a top priority. About 25% of our students are K-12 and university educators.

Pursuit-of-Happiness.org is a volunteer driven 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the promotion of well-being and depression prevention.

Recent scientific studies show that specific life skills can prevent depression, enhance well-being, and even slow down neurodegeneration. Pursuit-of-Happiness offers courses on the new and rapidly unfolding Science of Happiness based on scientific research.
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About The Team

Narration & Production
Mark K. Setton, D.Phil., Oxon.

Research Team
Paul Desan, PhD, Harvard
Anthony Arciero, PhD, George Mason
Saira Qureshi; MA, LMHC
Miguel Toribio-Mateas, PhD Middlesex

Video Editing
Fahim Nirob

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