Technology and Mental Health
PSY 1813
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Course Information
Description
How does screen time relate to changes in emotional states? Can using social media cause depression and disordered eating? How do influencers' online posts affect self-esteem? In what ways can technology improve equity and access in mental health care? We will explore these questions and more in this course, which will delve into the nuanced ways technology has positively and negatively impacted mental health and wellbeing. For your final project, you will have the opportunity to develop your very own technology-based intervention. Be prepared to think critically about how you and your peers engage with technology!
Recommended Prep
The Psychology Department requires completion of Science of Living Systems 20 or Psychology 1 or the equivalent of introductory psychology (e.g. Psych AP=5 or IB =7 or Psyc S-1) and one of PSY 18 or PSY 1861 before enrolling in this course; or permission of instructor.
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
