Social and Behavioral Sciences
Examine how social factors, individual behaviors, and psychology influence health outcomes and health disparities in diverse populations.
72 courses
Learn the social science behind stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination, and apply evidence-based strategies to reduce bias and foster inclusion in your workplace.
Learn how societal factors, cultural norms, and historical developments shape our understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health conditions.
Understand the psychology of health choices and apply evidence-based behavioral strategies to improve personal habits and public health outcomes.
Grasp the biology of HIV, examine the social and political dynamics of the pandemic, and discover modern medical treatments and prevention strategies.
Understand the epidemiology, social determinants, and preventive strategies of depressive disorders to improve population-level mental health outcomes.
Explore the multidisciplinary causes of violence and learn evidence-based prevention strategies to foster safer, more compassionate communities.
Acquire a foundational, evidence-based understanding of suicide research, public health prevention frameworks, and modern intervention strategies to support communities.
Learn to design and conduct ethical research that addresses health disparities, engages diverse communities, and promotes equitable health outcomes for all.
Understand how psychological, behavioral, and social factors influence physical well-being, illness prevention, and modern patient care.
Learn how social, economic, and environmental factors influence community wellbeing and how to apply data-driven strategies to improve health equity.
Build a welcoming environment for all clients by understanding racial microaggressions and implementing inclusive communication strategies in your health and fitness practice.
Learn to plan, implement, and evaluate evidence-based health communication campaigns on digital platforms using social and behavioral insights.
Learn how social, economic, and environmental factors shape population health outcomes and acquire the foundational tools to help reduce health disparities.
Learn how to design rigorous research and translate evidence into actionable health policies and community-based interventions.
Equip yourself to analyze the behavioral, cognitive, and environmental factors influencing health within communities and populations.
Master the principles of public health communication to build trust and deliver impactful messages to diverse communities during emergencies.
Explore the root causes of racial health disparities and learn practical strategies to promote equitable care for all patients.
A beginner's guide to the connections between environment, social justice, and public health.
Gain the foundational knowledge to interpret Social Determinants of Health data and translate insights into practical community interventions.
Understand how public health crises impact societal structures and individual well-being, and learn to identify strategies for fostering community and personal resilience.
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