PSYC& 200 - Lifespan Psychology

• Distinguish among the major theoretical perspectives within lifespan psychology and apply them to an array of topics in the field of lifespan psychology.
• Explain the major changes which occur to humans across the lifespan in terms of cognitive, biological, and psychosocial development.
• Apply developmental psychological concepts to self and others.
• Define and explain psychological terminology related to lifespan psychology.
• Appraise the value and validity of research in the area of lifespan psychology.
• Explain the factors related to individual differences in human growth and change across the lifespan.

1. Psychological theorists and theories, research, and concepts across the lifespan:
2. Prenatal development
3. Infancy and toddlerhood
4. Early childhood
5. Adolescence
6. Emerging adulthood
7. Adulthood
8. Late adulthood