Program dates
22 June–2 July
Two-week on-campus section, course 10110.
In-person Program
Psychology of Stress, Trauma, and Resilience Summer Course
Study how people respond to stress and trauma through psychology, discussions, and projects, with a focus on resilience and its individual and social foundations.
Last verified: 9 Oct 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
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Psychology of Stress Trauma and Resilience at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
No academic preparation required
Age range / Year group
Ages 14-18
Location / Region
Providence, Rhode Island, United States
Cost
$5,786; $4,482
Duration
2 weeks
Format
In-person
PsychologySocial Sciences
Instructor: Nicole Nugent
Sessions / cadence: Monday–Friday, 12:15–3:05 p.m.
Study activities: Lectures, discussions, projects, in-class activities
Psychology of Stress Trauma and Resilience summary
Brown's course examines how stress and trauma affect health, relationships, and coping. Its central question is how people can remain resilient in difficult circumstances.
Lectures, discussions, projects, and in-class activities connect psychological, social, and biological evidence. The focus suits students curious about mental health research and trauma-related careers.
What is Psychology of Stress, Trauma, and Resilience Summer Course?
The Psychology of Stress, Trauma, and Resilience Summer Course is a Brown University Pre-College course exploring traumatic stress and the psychology of resilience. It examines outcomes such as post-traumatic stress disorder and depression alongside the factors that shape coping.
Students learn on campus through lectures, discussions, projects, and in-class activities. Psychological, social, and biological evidence provides a framework for understanding resilience and considering ways to promote it in individuals and communities.
Why Succeed highlights Psychology of Stress Trauma and Resilience
The course connects psychological, social, and biological explanations, encouraging students to consider resilience from several perspectives.
Projects and discussions give students ways to engage with research beyond listening to lectures.
Explicit critical thinking and writing outcomes make the academic aims concrete.
Career exploration connects the subject to possible future study and work.
Who is Psychology of Stress Trauma and Resilience for?
Best for
Students interested in psychology, mental health, and how people cope with adversity, especially those who enjoy discussion and evidence-based questions.
Not ideal if
You would find sustained discussion of trauma, abuse, assault, or violence uncomfortable.
Is Psychology of Stress Trauma and Resilience worth it?
This course is worth considering if you want a focused introduction to trauma and resilience research. Its combination of scientific perspectives, discussion, and projects offers several ways to test your interest in psychology.
The main limitation is the emotionally demanding subject matter, which deserves careful consideration alongside academic interest. Judge its value by the questions and skills you want to develop, particularly critical thinking, writing, and understanding how social context influences coping.
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Cost and what is included
$5,786; $4,482; includes Lectures and discussions, Projects and in-class activities.
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
2 weeks; Providence, Rhode Island, United States.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Psychology of Stress Trauma and Resilience need?
Effort level
Moderate academic engagement with emotionally demanding topics.
Best started
Allow a few weeks before your planned session for subject preparation and campus logistics.
Main challenge
Thinking carefully about sensitive material while engaging with scientific explanations.
Typical preparation
Read an introductory explanation of stress, trauma, and resilience to build basic vocabulary.
Write down questions about how individual characteristics and social context influence coping.
Consider your comfort with sensitive discussions before choosing the course.
Useful if
You want to develop critical thinking and writing around mental health research.
What do students do on Psychology of Stress Trauma and Resilience?
You examine traumatic stress and resilience through lectures, discussions, projects, and in-class activities. The course moves from understanding trauma's effects to considering coping, treatment, and ways to promote resilience.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Explore the range of adversity and trauma experiences and their possible effects.
- 2
Examine psychological, social, and biological explanations of resilience.
- 3
Use discussions, projects, and activities to consider how people cope.
- 4
Review trauma outcomes and treatments.
- 5
Consider evidence and theory on promoting individual and community resilience.
Psychology of Stress Trauma and Resilience dates and deadlines
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Reference date
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Program dates | 22 June–2 July | Local | Reference date |
Eligibility and requirements
No academic preparation is required.
Be prepared to discuss sensitive content.
How much does Psychology of Stress Trauma and Resilience cost?
What's included
Lectures and discussions, Projects and in-class activities
How to apply to Psychology of Stress Trauma and Resilience
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What does Psychology of Stress Trauma and Resilience cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Traumatic stress
Examine how adversity and trauma can affect mental health, physical health, and relationships.
Resilience and coping
Study how trauma characteristics, individual differences, and social context shape coping.
Psychological, social, and biological evidence
Compare complementary explanations of how resilience develops.
Trauma treatments and resilience promotion
Review trauma treatments and approaches to strengthening individual and community resilience.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Psychology of Stress Trauma and Resilience?
A typical day during the program.
Class days
The listed section meets on weekdays.
Class meeting
The course uses lectures, discussions, projects, and in-class activities.
Who teaches on Psychology of Stress Trauma and Resilience?
Nicole Nugent is the listed instructor for course section 10110.
What happens after Psychology of Stress Trauma and Resilience?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Build familiarity with psychology and psychiatry.
Develop college-level critical thinking and writing.
Explore careers in trauma-relevant fields.
Learn techniques for strengthening personal resilience.
Where does Psychology of Stress Trauma and Resilience take place?
The course is taught on campus at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, United States.
Psychology of Stress Trauma and Resilience FAQs
No academic preparation is required. You should be prepared to discuss sensitive content.
The course covers traumatic stress, resilience, health outcomes, coping, and trauma treatments. It considers psychological, social, and biological explanations of resilience.
Students learn through lectures, discussions, projects, and in-class activities.
Nicole Nugent is the listed instructor for course section 10110.
The listed section meets Monday through Friday from 12:15 to 3:05 p.m.
The course aims to develop college-level critical thinking and writing, understanding of trauma and resilience, and familiarity with trauma-related careers.
The course is on campus at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island.
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