DEVELOPMENT FROM ADOLESCENCE TO OLD AGE

HDFS 763

Psychological and social aspects of aging. Interaction of aged individual with the family and larger social systems. Developmental principles, methodological considerations, theoretical/empirical issues, and findings.

HDFS 262

A basic foundation for understanding development from conception through middle childhood. Theoretical foundations, research findings, and practical applications.

EDPSYCH/HDFS 725

This course covers both classic and contemporary theories, providing students with a firm grounding in the theoretical perspectives that have shaped and are shaping understandings of human development across the life-span. The course explores the historical roots of contemporary perspectives and examines the development of theoretical conceptualizations both within and across theoretical perspectives.

PSYCH 462

Examines research on biological, cognitive, social, and emotional development during the second decade of life. Covers topics most relevant to teenagers, such as pubertal development and its social consequences, changing relationships with parents, self and identity development, the increasingly important role of peers, school adjustment, and high risk behaviors.

PSYCH 464

Physical, cognitive, social, and personality development during the adult years.