PY 430 - Adolescence

Institution:

Colorado College

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Description:

Is "storm and stress" a normal part of adolescence Is adolescence a discrete developmental stage or a social construction This course examines the adolescent experience from theoretical, empirical, cross-cultural, and biographical perspectives. A case analysis approach is used to examine the implications of cognitive, socio-emotional and physical changes that occur during adolescence. The course investigates the nature of the adolescent passage in its typical and atypical forms and examines socio-cultural factors that contribute to healthy or maladaptive adolescent development. Prerequisite: Psychology 362 or 374. (Not offered 2008-09.) 1 unit.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.coloradocollege.edu

Phone Number:

(719) 389-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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