This course supports the mission statement of Parker University by helping to create leaders who promote Chiropractic wellness through high standards of education, research and service.
This course is designed to give the student a psychological view in normal human growth and development. The course will study the life span of the individual, tracing the changes occurring from conception to death. Psychological theories and methodology will be examined as it relates to developmental tasks and processes. Themes and tenets examined will include the interaction of environment, genetics, physical and cognitive development, social factors, personality, spiritual, moral and emotional growth.
The course will be presented in a lecture/discussion format with experiential exercises and assignments. The student will gain a deeper perspective for individual abilities, needs, problems and concerns involved in human change and growth. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of development across the life span.