Society, Health, and Happiness
Examine the scientific study of happiness, integrating findings from a variety of fields, including psychology, sociology, neuroscience, and economics. Includes the nature and measurement of happiness, the bidirectional relationship between physical health and happiness, the social or collective dimensions of happiness, and the role of various institutions and the well-being of society. Sociology 304 (Topic: Society, Health & Happiness) and 312S may not both be counted. Three lecture hours a week for one semester.
Prerequisites & course information
Examine the scientific study of happiness, integrating findings from a variety of fields, including psychology, sociology, neuroscience, and economics. Includes the nature and measurement of happiness, the bidirectional relationship between physical health and happiness, the social or collective dimensions of happiness, and the role of various institutions and the well-being of society. Sociology 304 (Topic: Society, Health & Happiness) and 312S may not both be counted. Three lecture hours a week for one semester.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027