MFC 503 - Developmental Psychology

Credits: 3

This course reviews normal developmental processes over the lifespan of individuals, as well as systems including family, schools and the community. The student encounters both theoretical models for describing developmental stages and behavioral descriptions of tasks and competencies at each stage. We explore the interaction between individual development and the stages of the family life cycle. Attention is also given to gender differences in development, multicultural considerations, the effect of early experience, and developmental processes in divorcing and blending families.