The Contemporary Family. Concepts of variations in forms and lifestyles of families. Consideration is given to the family life cycle and the interdependency between the family and society. A study of the factors influencing the physical, cognitive, social and emotional growth of the young child.
Emphasis is given to the importance of family relations and development of observational skills.
A study of the relations in modern family living with emphasis on dating, courtship, marriage, marital adjustments and intergeneration relations. Parents Throughout the Life Cycle. Explores the realities of being a mother and father to infants, children, teenagers, adults and aging adults. Considers parenting strategies and current issues of parenting.