Psychology 442 - Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Institution:

St Lawrence University

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Description:

An examination of developmental disabilities such as intellectual disability (also known as mental retardation), autism, epilepsy, cerebral palsy) with primary emphasis on intellectual disability. Among topics considered are the influence of biological and psychological factors in producing disabilities; cognitive and personality characteristics associated with the different levels of intellectual disability; assessment of intelligence and adaptive behavior; and societal intervention through community services, educational placement and treatment programs. On-site visits to residential facilities are generally scheduled. Prerequisites: Psychology 100 or 101 and Psychology 207.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stlawu.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 229-5011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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