The Science of Well-Being - Strategies for Happiness and Flourishing

Explore groundbreaking psychological research on happiness and well-being in this thought-provoking lecture by Dr. Laurie Santos, Yale psychology professor and host of "The Happiness Lab" podcast. Discover the origins of happiness, learn how scientists measure well-being, and understand the impact of COVID-19 on mental health. Gain insights into managing emotional situations, dealing with Zoom fatigue, and finding joy during challenging times. Delve into topics such as depression rates in college, the psychology of masks, social media's influence, and the relationship between psychology and health. Engage with a Q&A session and explore a pandemic-focused version of the lecture, offering practical strategies to build habits for a happier and more fulfilling life.

Introduction
Where did the happiness switch come from
Depression rates in college
How does a scientist study wellbeing flourishing
How do you measure wellbeing
We dont know about happiness
Sharing the science
COVID19 and happiness
COVID19 and anxiety
Psychology of masks
Social media
Psychology and health
Tiger attacks
The impact of the pandemic
How can we manage our emotional situation
Zoom fatigue
Questions
Pandemic Version
Joy