SOWO61843

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Human Behavior and the Social Environment 1

Social Work Graduate HS - Harris Col of Hlth & Human Sci

Subject code

SOWO

Course Number

61843

Department(s)

Description

This course focuses on physical, cognitive, and socioemotional dimensions of development from prenatal stage into adolescence. Through developmental theories and research, the course examines the effects of trauma, identity characteristics, group membership, and marginalization on children's developmental outcomes. Special emphasis is placed how the environment influences outcomes such as trauma, violence, healthcare access, and policies that specifically affect women and girls.

Career

Graduate