PSYC 212 - Adolescent Psychology

Number of Credits: 3
Review the physical, psychological, intellectual, and socio-emotional changes experienced during puberty and the late teen years. Discuss relevant, contemporary topics such as moral development, gender and sexuality, family, and education (All Terms) Three hours lecture each week. Three Credits. Three billable hours.

Pre-requisite(s): PSYC 101.
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Evaluate significant theories in adolescence (PG1, PG2, PG3)
Discuss the multi-faceted nature of puberty (PG2, PG3)
Explain systemic developmental transitions affecting the adolescent: e.g. gender/sexuality, education, and mental health (PG2, PG3, PG4, PG5)
Articulate the importance of peer and familial relationships in a variety of settings (PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4, PG5)