Human Behavior in the Social Environment: Individuals & Families

Catalog description

In this course, students will learn that human behavior in the social environment focuses on theories that are essential to inform direct practice with clients. Life span development from conception to very old age is examined. The course focuses on theories and knowledge related to biological, sociological, psychological, spiritual and cultural processes and development across the life span. The course addresses environmental conditions that support or inhibit individual and family growth; and variations arising from ethnicity, class, cohort, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, and other differences. Particular attention is given to factors that contribute to persons being at risk and the issues and concerns of multi-cultural, urban populations.