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The Psychology of Psychology: Drs. Dave Myers & June Gruber Discuss Emotion, Happiness & Students' Wellbeing
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- The What And Who Of EDU
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- Oct 22, 2025
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Summary
Is the pursuit of happiness actually making students less happy? In this episode of The What and Who of EDU, we sit down with Dr. David Myers and Dr. June Gruber, co-authors of the world's best-selling psychology textbook, to explore what decades of psychological research reveal about student mental health, emotional well-being and why today's students are struggling more than ever. Discover why emotional diversity matters more than constant positivity, how social media is reshaping student mental health, and the surprising science behind what actually makes us thrive. From "awe walks" that reduce anxiety to the counterintuitive relationship between money and happiness, this conversation offers evidence-based insights every educator needs to support student well-being in the classroom. Brought to you by Macmillan Learning What You'll Learn in This Episode Student Mental Health & Well-Being Why today's students face unprecedented mental health challenges (and what's driving the increase in depression and anxiety) The connection between smartphone use, social media, and declining student mental health How emotional diversity—not toxic positivity—builds psychological resilience Why the "I-happy" problem is making students lonelier and less fulfilled The Science of Happiness The happiness paradox: Why focusing on happiness makes you less happy How much money actually contributes to well-being (and when more stops mattering) The neuroscience of awe and why 10-minute "awe walks" reduce stress and depression What the research says about aging and happiness (spoiler: we get happier as we age) Teaching & Learning Strategies How to create classroom moments that foster wonder and psychological well-being Why broad liberal education matters more than career specialization The impo…