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This course is intended for anyone interested in psychology, public health, and mental illness. No specific background is necessary.

Approx. 13 hours to complete
English

What you will learn

  • You will be able to talk about mental illness and the stigma surrounding it, as well as describe common psychological disorders and their treatments.

  • You will be able to describe the relationship between racism and systemic inequality and mental health treatment.

  • You will be able to apply the science of happiness to your own life.

Skills you will gain

  • Talking about Depression
  • Talking about Anxiety
  • Mental Health Awareness
  • Talking about Suicide
  • Reducing Stigma Around Mental Illness
Flexible deadlines
Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.
Shareable Certificate
Earn a Certificate upon completion
100% online
Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.
Coursera Labs
Includes hands on learning projects.
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Beginner Level

This course is intended for anyone interested in psychology, public health, and mental illness. No specific background is necessary.

Approx. 13 hours to complete
English

Offered by

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University of Colorado Boulder

Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

Week1
Week 1
2 hours to complete

Public Perceptions of Mental Illness

2 hours to complete
7 videos (Total 77 min), 3 readings, 1 quiz
Week2
Week 2
3 hours to complete

Specific Psychological Disorders

3 hours to complete
9 videos (Total 113 min), 2 readings, 1 quiz
Week3
Week 3
2 hours to complete

Serious Mental Illness

2 hours to complete
7 videos (Total 88 min), 2 readings, 1 quiz
Week4
Week 4
2 hours to complete

Disproportionate Impacts on Marginalized Communities

2 hours to complete
7 videos (Total 81 min), 2 readings, 1 quiz

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