CPY 602 - Human Growth and Development

Credit(s): 3
This course introduces and examines several theories of human growth, development, and regression. The entire lifespan is explored. Various philosophical perspectives-psychoanalytic, behavioral, humanistic, psychosocial, and organismic-are examined as to their implications for counseling. An analysis is made of developmental behaviors associated with stages of development, environmental and disruptive influences upon development, and responses of mental health services and practitioners. Normal and abnormal human behavior and development including psychological, sociological, moral, and physical factors are addressed. Also included are the cognitive-structural developmental theories concerned with moral, intellectual, and ethical development. Prerequisite(s): CPY 530 or permission.