Mar 29, 2024  
2018-2019 Catalog and Handbook 
    
2018-2019 Catalog and Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PSY 660 - Adult Development (3 Credits)

Prerequisite(s): 9 credits of core courses
In this course we will be investigating the theories and related practices in the field of adult development and aging. While the scope of developmental psychology for many years was narrowly restricted to investigating development in children and youth, the developmental field now encompasses the later stages of development, which will be the focus of this course. We will explore how biological, physical, cultural and social influences structure learning, memory, emotions, personality and intelligence in adult life. In addition to reading the canonical works of adult development, we will also be applying the theories to real life contexts and case studies.