In addition to presenting the general theoretical issues and the methods of studying development, the course covers physical, cognitive, personality, and social development during adolescence, in the contexts of family, peer group, school, work, and culture.
Specific topics covered in depth are identity, autonomy, sexuality, and moral development.
Although the focus is on normal development, there is some discussion of behavioral and emotional problems such as delinquency, substance abuse, depression, suicide, and eating disorders. Cross-cultural research is highlighted when possible. Exclusions Students with credit for UBC's PSYC 301 or 315 or SFU's PSYC 355 may not take this course for further credit. This course was formerly numbered PSYC 445. Students with credit for PSYC 445 may not repeat this course for further credit.