PSY 1440 - Lifespan Development

Goals: To explore developmental theories and methods used to describe and examine typical physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional development across the lifespan.

Content: Research methods, physical development (brain, motor, puberty, menopause, health and wellness), cognitive development (language, intelligence, school performance, memory processes), and socio-emotional development (sense of self, personality, well-being, relationships, threats to well-being).

Taught: Every semester

Prerequisite: PSY 1330 or equivalent (grade of C- or better)

Credits: 4