Abstract

This subject considers in detail the social and emotional development of children and adolescents. Issues such as a child's 'theory of mind' or the development of shame are considered in relation to social behaviour in childhood and adolescence. Influences on such developmental processes from family, school and society are examined … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

- The dependency needs of children - Attachment satisfaction and frustration - The development of emotion in children and adolescents - A child's 'theory of mind'. What happens if this does not fully develop? - The development of shame and guilt - Familial influences on emotional development - School influences … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to recount in detail the emotional development of children and thus adolescents
2.
be able to recount in detail the emotional development of children and adolescents who come from adverse circumstances
3.
be able to recount the general development of children and adolescents
4.
be able to explain the influence of different contexts particularly family and society on the development of children and adolescents
5.
be able to explain the development of secondary emotions and their part in motivation
6.
have a knowledge of child and adolescent psychology that will enable them as human service practitioners to evaluate welfare issues concerning children and young people.

Assumed knowledge

It is assumed students will have completed, or have knowledge similar to: PSY101 or PSY111

Enrolment restrictions

Not available to students in the Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) or Bachelor of Psychology or Diploma of Psychological Studies or Undergraduate  Certificate in Psychological Studies