With an interdisciplinary approach to issues and concerns in life-span development, the course examines theory and research on selected topics. HDVG 661 Theoretical Issues in Family Studies. Examination of contemporary theoretical approaches for understanding family behavior. HDVG 664 Family Crises. Research and theory related to family stresses, hardships, and coping strategies in response to normative and non-normative life events are presented.
Emphasis is on the importance of family resources and social networks in stress management.
HDVG 689 Practicum in Human Development. Three to six hours. Experience with human development in classroom teaching or agency settings. HDVG 698 Nondissertation Research.