Design Your Dopamine Menu: Strategies to Boost Mood & Motivation
What's included
2 pre-recorded lessons
2 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentProjects
1 hour per week. Dopamine Menu Creation: Students will design and submit their personalized "Dopamine Menu," a document outlining their chosen activities and strategies for boosting mood and motivation.Class Experience
Ready to boost your mood and energy without scrolling through your phone? In this class, you'll create your own "Dopamine Menu"—a toolkit full of fun and simple ways to feel happier, more focused, and less stressed. You'll discover how to train your brain to crave positive habits that actually make you feel good, all while learning how to handle stress like a pro. By the end, you'll have a custom plan to stay motivated and happy, no matter what life throws your way What Will Be Taught: The science of dopamine and how it affects your mood and motivation Creative strategies to boost dopamine naturally, without relying on screens Techniques for managing stress and staying focused How to build and personalize your own "Dopamine Menu" Topics Covered: Understanding dopamine and its role in your brain Exploring healthy dopamine-boosting activities Building positive habits and routines Stress management and mindfulness techniques Customizing your Dopamine Menu for daily use Class Structure: The class is structured with self-paced content. You'll have access to an engaging video lesson, interactive slides, and fun activities to help you design your Dopamine Menu. Teaching Style: My teaching style is dynamic and interactive, focusing on hands-on learning and practical application. You’ll be guided step-by-step through each topic with a combination of lectures, video clips, and discussions to make the learning process fun and engaging. Interaction with Me: You'll have plenty of opportunities to interact with me through the discussion boards, and direct messages. Whether you have questions, need feedback, or just want to share your ideas, I’ll be there to support you throughout the course.
Learning Goals
Understand Dopamine’s Role in the Brain: Students will learn how dopamine affects mood, motivation, and overall brain function, gaining a clear understanding of why it's important for mental wellness.
Identify Natural Dopamine Boosters: Students will explore and identify specific activities and habits that naturally increase dopamine levels, such as physical exercise, creative hobbies, and mindfulness practices.
Syllabus
2 Lessons
over 2 WeeksLesson 1:
Design Your Dopamine Menu: Strategies to Boost Mood & Motivation
Objectives:
Understand what dopamine is and its role in mood and motivation.
Explore how dopamine influences behavior and brain function.
Lesson 2:
Design Your Dopamine Menu: Strategies to Boost Mood & Motivation Part 2
Objectives:
Design your dopamine menu that you will be able to review as needed.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
The intention of the class is not to elicit reports personal experiences with mental health from learners. If the learner begins to share any personal mental health concerns I will kindly ask the learner to refrain from further discussion in front of the class and to continue the conversation with a trusted adult. If a learner ever shares something that is concerning, I will reach out to parents after class depending on the context of the information
Note: Review Outschool's Community Standards before class to ensure that learners remember to keep personal information private.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
With a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling, I bring over 8 years of extensive experience as a therapist specializing in working with teens. My dedication to mental health strategies and tools has been honed through years of practical application.
Beyond my therapeutic role, my journey includes diving into child development and brain research, contributing to my well-rounded understanding. My current role as a research scientist focuses on teen mental health and psychology, allowing me to integrate the latest findings into my teachings. Passion drives my commitment to educating youth about mental health, a journey I've undertaken both as a therapist and an educator.
What sets my approach apart is the fusion of clinical insights with a deep understanding of developmental nuances. Years dedicated to crafting age-appropriate mental health content for teens showcase my commitment to effective communication and tailored support.
In essence, my background and expertise uniquely position me to teach this subject matter from a developmentally appropriate viewpoint. I am not just an instructor; I am someone deeply passionate about the field of mental health, committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of the youth I teach.
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Self-Paced Class
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Ages: 11-14
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