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PSYC 231 - Developmental Psychology


3 Credit Hours
Review of human physical, cognitive, social, and personality development across the lifespan from conception to death. Students will encounter theories and research examining important developmental questions such as the relative influences of nature and nurture, and the role of cultural and individual diversity in human development. Emphasis is placed on both normal development and problems that can arise during each period of the lifespan.

Course Attributes: Social Science Elective Core

Levels: Graduate Undergraduate


College of Professional Sci Psychology