This course presents psychological learning theory as the basis of understanding human behavior and emphasizes change techniques in everyday situations. Classical, operant and cognitive behavioral strategies are presented with the development of a simple subject experiment. Statistics and research is included.
This course will explore the development of a person from conception until old age/death. The course will look at the integration of physical, social, and cognitive development and the impact of each on the person. The course will explore culture, society and family dynamics and their impact on the person throughout their lives. Health and well-being will be discussed as will stress and other internal and external influences on development, such as technology and social media.