Risk and Resiliency in Children and Adolescents

Catalog description

Examines the developmental trajectory for at-risk children and adolescents and factors that promote resilience. Thoroughly examines the etiology of alcohol and drug abuse. Factors that contribute to school failure and success will also be addressed. Candidates will be able to identify risk (e.g. poverty, disabilities, child maltreatment, etc.) and protective factors and identify interventions that promote positive developmental outcomes.