THE SCIENCE OF WELL-BEING
Dr. Laurie Santos (Yale University) In this course you will engage in a series of challenges designed to increase your own happiness and build more productive habits. Included are misconceptions about happiness, annoying features of the mind that lead us to think the way we do, and the research that can help us change. You will ultimately be prepared to successfully incorporate a specific wellness activity into your life. ACCESS |
MIND CONTROL: MANAGING YOUR MENTAL HEALTH DURING COVID-19
Dr. Steve Joordans (University of Toronto) Never in the history of humanity have so many people been feeling intense anxiety related to COVID-19 and the world it will leave in its wake. The intent of this course is to give you a deeper understanding of the anxiety reaction as it relates to various aspects of our current life, ranging from our consumption of news to the way we talk to our children about this. ACCESS |
THE SOCIAL CONTEXT OF MENTAL ILLNESS
Dr. Charmaine Williams (University of Toronto) Explore how our understanding of mental health and illness has been influenced by social attitudes and social developments. The course begins by situating our contemporary mental health practices in historical context, then looks at different aspects of mental health, mental illness and mental health services and their connections to our environment. ACCESS |
POSITIVE PSYCHIATRY AND MENTAL HEALTH
Dr. Sonia Kumar (University of Sydney) This course will explore different aspects of good mental health as well as provide an overview of the major kinds of mental disorders, their causes, treatments and how to seek help and support. The course will feature a large number of Australian mental health experts as well as “lived experience experts”. We will take an evidence-based approach to a range of strategies that anyone can use to enhance their own mental health. ACCESS |
POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY: RESILIENCE SKILLS
Dr. Karen Reivich (University of Pennsylvania) Learn how to incorporate resilience interventions into your personal and professional life. In this course, you are exposed to the foundational research in resilience, including protective factors such as mental agility and optimism. Several types of resilience interventions are explored including cognitive strategies, strategies to manage anxiety and increase positive emotions such as gratitude, and more. ACCESS |
MINDFULNESS AND WELLBEING: FOUNDATIONS
Dr. Elizabeth Slator (RICE University) This course provides a broad overview of the fundamental concepts, principles, and practices of mindfulness. With interactive exercises to help students explore their own attitudes, mental habits and behaviors, Foundations of Mindfulness offers a pathway for living with more freedom, authenticity and ease. Featured components of the course include experiential exercises, guided meditations, personal reflection and interactive discussions. ACCESS |
MORE FEET ON THE GROUND
Centre for Innovation and Campus Mental Health The goal of "More Feet on the Ground" is to help students better understand mental health. Their course prepares students for supporting peers who may be living with mental health challenges. ACCESS |
SAFETALK
LivingWorks safeTALK is a half-day training in suicide alertness for anyone aged 15 or older. The goal is to help people to recognize when a person is having thoughts of suicide and connect them with resources that can help them. ACCESS |
MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID CANADA
Mental Health Commission of Canada Mental Health First Aid training is offered through the Mental Health Commission of Canada. The course is designed to help you provide help to a person experiencing a mental health problem or who is in crisis. ACCESS |
BE THERE CERTIFICATE
Jack.org The Be There Certificate is a free, digital, self-paced learning experience designed to increase mental health literacy and provide youth with the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to safely support anyone struggling with their mental health. ACCESS |