In-Service Training – The Science of Happiness

Description: The surprising and not-so-surprising information on the science behind happiness. What role do money, marriage, friends, children, weather, age, and religion play in making us feel happier? Is happiness stable over time? How can happiness be increased? Professor Catherine Sanderson will describe cutting-edge research from the field of positive psychology on the factors that do (and do not) predict happiness and provide participants with practical (and relatively easy!) ways to increase their own psychological well-being.

Presented by: Catherine Sanderson, PhD, Poler Family Professor of Psychology at Amherst College

Learning Outcomes:
In this training, staff will be able to:
Identify common myths about happiness
Discuss scientific predictors of happiness
Utilize strategies to increase happiness and overall well-being