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Yale University

The Science of Well-Being for Parents

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Feeling overwhelmed by the unique challenges of modern parenting? Join Professor Laurie Santos in The Science of Well-Being for Parents— a free online course that explores science-backed strategies for happier parenting. Together, we'll tackle topics like rethinking time management, dealing with tough feelings like guilt and frustration, and navigating your child's academic stress and screen time. Through engaging lessons and parent Q&As, you'll learn how to reframe your thoughts, manage your emotions, and modify your behaviors in response to everyday challenges. We'll apply the latest research in psychological science to the joys and struggles of raising kids, helping you build more effective family dynamics and avoid the trap of overparenting. And you'll see that prioritizing your own well-being, you're not just helping yourself – you're also better equipped to show up for your kids and create a happier, healthier family life.

Syllabus

  • Introduction
    • Curious to learn the science behind happier parenting? Browse to see if this psychology course is right for you.
  • Managing Time
    • Learn strategies to balance work and family life, explore ways to fight "time famine," and discover how to create more "time affluence" for yourself and your kids.
  • Prioritizing Self-Care
    • Understand why self-care isn't selfish, learn what effective self-care really looks like, and explore ways to bring more fun into your life.
  • Navigating Negative Emotions
    • Explore healthy ways to deal with guilt, recognize the value of identifying your emotions, and discover mindfulness techniques to boost your emotional well-being.
  • Fighting Stress
    • Learn about your body's stress response, discover breathing techniques to hack your nervous system, and explore ways to reframe how you think about stress in your daily life.
  • Navigating Children's Academic Pressures
    • Understand how to support your kids' learning without helicopter parenting, explore ways to focus on the process over grades, and learn collaborative problem-solving techniques to help your kids succeed.
  • Dealing with Technology and Social Media
    • Discover the "foundational harms" of excessive tech use, learn strategies to create tech-free zones at home, and explore ways to model healthier digital habits for your kids.

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Laurie Santos

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    Misty H
    This was a great course. It allowed me to build my skillset as a student counselor. The instructor speaks fluently and explains herself well. I wish I could get the certification for less than $49 as a student, but the course is well worth it. You can still take the course for free if you do not want to pay extra for the certification!
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