Module #1 Introduction to Neurobiology of Resilience and Coping Overview of the course, importance of resilience and coping, and key concepts
Module #2 Stress and the Brain Physiological response to stress, neural circuits involved, and impact on brain function
Module #3 The HPA Axis and Cortisol The hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, cortisols role in stress response, and its impact on brain and body
Module #4 Neuroplasticity and Adaptation Neural adaptation to stress, synaptic plasticity, and long-term potentiation
Module #5 Resilience:Definition and Measurement Defining resilience, assessments and scales, and application in research and clinical settings
Module #6 Coping Styles and Strategies Types of coping, problem-focused vs. emotion-focused coping, and effective coping techniques
Module #7 The Role of Emotional Regulation Emotional regulation, emotional intelligence, and their impact on resilience and coping
Module #8 Neurobiology of Emotions Neural circuits involved in emotional processing, fear, anger, and reward systems
Module #9 Social Support and Attachment Importance of social support, attachment styles, and their impact on resilience and coping
Module #10 Neurobiology of Social Behavior Neural mechanisms underlying social behavior, oxytocin, vasopressin, and social neuroscience
Module #11 Mindfulness and Meditation Mindfulness-based interventions, meditation, and their impact on brain function and resilience
Module #12 Neurobiology of Self-Esteem and Confidence Neural correlates of self-esteem, confidence, and their role in resilience and coping
Module #13 Cognitive Appraisal and Reappraisal Cognitive appraisal theory, reappraisal strategies, and their impact on emotional regulation
Module #14 Neurobiology of Sleep and Resilience Sleep, sleep disorders, and their impact on brain function, resilience, and coping
Module #15 Exercise and Physical Activity Exercise-induced neuroplasticity, exercise as a coping strategy, and its impact on brain function
Module #16 Nutrition and Gut-Brain Axis Nutrition, gut-brain axis, and their impact on brain function, resilience, and coping
Module #17 Trauma, PTSD, and Resilience Trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the impact of trauma on brain function and resilience
Module #18 Interventions for Enhancing Resilience Evidence-based interventions for enhancing resilience, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and positive psychology
Module #19 Neurobiology of Personality and Resilience Neural correlates of personality traits, personalitys role in resilience, and the five-factor model
Module #20 Cultural and Environmental Factors Cultural and environmental factors influencing resilience, coping, and brain function
Module #21 Neurobiology of Learning and Memory Neural mechanisms of learning and memory, and their impact on resilience and coping
Module #22 The Role of Neurotransmitters Neurotransmitters involved in resilience and coping, including dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine
Module #23 Neuroimaging and Biomarkers Neuroimaging techniques, biomarkers, and their application in studying resilience and coping
Module #24 Translation to Clinical Practice Translating neurobiological findings to clinical practice, implications for mental health treatment
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Neurobiology of Resilience and Coping career
