MEASURING HOUSEHOLD AND COMMUNITY WELL-BEING

CNSRSCI/RELIGST 173

As the saying goes, money can't buy happiness -- but in modern America, we certainly try. This course will provide an overview of the study of happiness and well-being, examine how consumers engage in consumption in pursuit of happiness, as well as explore the emergence of the experience economy, and the intersection of money and well-being. Students will read academic and popular pieces on positive psychology, prosocial spending and explore the psychology of persuasion in the promises associated with this industry. In addition to integrating visual media, students will have the opportunity to experience first-hand whether the advice works in their own lives.

CNSRSCI 830

Examines how local communities inform family economic well-being. Explores the intersection of people and organizations using quantitative and qualitative techniques.

CNSRSCI 775

Provides an overview of major theories in household finance, financial literacy, financial capability. Evaluates programs and strategies designed to improve consumer well-being by changing household financial behaviors, building household financial assets, and regulation of consumer financial markets.

CNSRSCI 852

Studies the intersection of behavioral economics and public policy. Explores the effect of deviations from rational economic behavior on consumer well-being. Analyzes the impact of policy design on consumer well-being across a variety of policy domains.

CNSRSCI 820

Explores the interrelationships of health, health insurance, the health care system, and financial well-being. Provides an in-depth understanding of how the financing and delivery of health care affects consumer financial health, as well as consumer financial health as a central determinant of individual health.