Research Experience in Abnormal Psychology: Psychological Interventions for Increasing Happiness

In this course we will conduct original research studies examining various strategies for increasing happiness. After reading relevant literature, groups of 3-4 students will generate research questions, work with the instructor to design an experiment to address those research questions, conduct the experiment, and then write up the results in a publishable form. In addition to the substantial task of conducting a study from start to finish, considerable time will be spent on the writing process, and on giving clear, understandable oral presentations.