Course Description

PPSY 558

Advanced Developmental Psychology (3)

This course utilizes a lifespan perspective to examine individual and family development as they occur within a systemic context. Each stage of lifespan development is presented and the biological, social, psychological aspects of aging and long-term care are included in this course. Models of psychological development are presented, and the processes of change and adaptation are examined. Clinical application of the material is stressed. Prerequisite: Human Development or equivalent