Family Development

0.5 credits · Undergraduate

Exposes the student to current life-span developmental theory and research methodology in the area of family relationships. Topics include family-systems theory, attachment theory, Erikson's psychosocial theory, developmental interaction in the child-rearing years, family life transitions, challenging issues of contemporary parenting. Prerequisite: 8.0 university credits including PSYC 2550H; or 4.0 NURS credits; or 1.5 CHYS credits and at least 60% in PSYC 1020H and 1030H.