Evidence and Practice of Psycho-social Interventions to Build Agency and Resilience

2 Credits.

Draws content from positive psychology, neuroscience, and mindfulness to teach the science and practice of building positive mental habits and fostering personal agency. Through a series of interactive sessions that review the scientific basis for these concepts as well as self-reflective exercises, students experience a personal journey to understand where they are now, where they would like to be and the mental tools to get there. Exposes students to several cognitive strategies and practical tools that can help navigate daily challenges, increase positive emotions, decrease stress and plan for the future.