NS 3470 - [Human Growth and Development: Biological and Behavioral Interactions]

(crosslisted)
(also HD 3470, BSOC 3471)

Spring. 3 credits. S-U or letter grade option.

Prerequisites: College level biology; HD 1150 or PSYCH 1101 or equivalent. Offered alternate years. Next offered 2013-2014.

J. Haas and S. Robertson.

Discusses the interrelationships of physical and psychological growth and development in humans during infancy. Considers intrinsic and extrinsic causes of variations in growth including various forms of stimulation. Examines the consequences of early growth and its variations for current and subsequent behavioral, psychological, and physical development. The interaction between physical and behavioral or psychological factors is emphasized throughout the course.