PSY 352 Children and Families under Stress

In this course, students learn about important factors in society and life that produce stress on children and their families. Such factors, with effects at the individual, family, community, and societal level, include poverty; race, ethnic groups, and discrimination; violence; education; and politics. Other pivotal topics covered are child abuse, domestic abuse, death, divorce, and hospitalization. Students apply psychological theories to the family context. (Community Psychology). Pre-requisite(s): PSY 101; or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

Distribution

Behavioral Science