DEVELOPMENTAL AND FAMILY ASSESSMENT

HDFS 664

Survey and introduction to children and families.

HDFS 761

Research and theories about development from the prenatal period to middle childhood, emphasizing a relational approach and contemporary research (both content and methods). Explores diversity in early development in the US and internationally.

PSYCHIAT 712

Provides a comprehensive understanding of the underpinnings of Infant, Early Childhood and Family Mental Health. Learn about pregnancy, transition to parenthood and typical/atypical development and attachment relationships. Become familiar with reliable and valid screening and assessment tools of social, emotional, cognitive, communication, motor and regulatory capacities in infants and young children in the context of their caregiving relationships; developmentally appropriate diagnostic nosologies; methods of conceptualizing risk and protective factors; and planning for therapeutic interventions that build on strengths and address vulnerabilities. Unique features include assessment of early parent-child relationships and the use of video replay to engage parents in assessing their relationship with their child and the benefit of faculty from multiple departments at UW and luminary national guest instructors.

HDFS 262

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

HDFS 462

Developmental milestones from conception up to 36 months of age. Exploration of child care, including access and quality of care, as major influences on the development of young children and families in the US. Observation of infant development in real-time and evaluation of child care program quality.