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PSY 333 Positive Psychology

This course explores human strengths-our own and others'.Human strengths are the qualities and processes that promote life satisfaction and well-being while preventing dissatisfaction and mental distress.Specifically, this course covers the role that strengths play in a variety of areas, including personality, aging, gender differences, intimate relationships, creativity and decision making, and then relating personal well-being to global and societal issues.It also includes constructive criticism and future directions for this emerging discipline.Prerequisite: Successful completion of PSY 110 or 111 with a C or better.Offered as needed.

Credits

3