Human Development and Occupation 2: Adolescence/Adults This course addresses human growth and

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development for adolescents and adults in the areas of neurosensory, motor, visual, perceptual, cognitive, physical, physiological and psychosocial skills. Principles of health promotion and disability prevention and the influences of culture and diversity are examined as they interface with the age-related needs and risks of this cohort. Students will examine the influence age-related life stages and development on occupations within the framework of performance skills and patterns and contexts. Students will be exposed to current research protocols and findings related to adolescents/adults development and their relationship to occupations and healthy lifestyle. This course is coupled with a community service learning experience in which students have the opportunity to integrate course content through lectures, seminar discussions, and community service experiences. Students also examine designated cultures and health related issues in depth using a problem based learning (PBL) approach. Pre-requisite of OT 214, OT 213, OT 223, OT 222, and OT 230 are required.