Description
This course focuses on the physical, cognitive and emotional changes experienced by young people and how these changes are affected by family, peers, dating, and the media. It also considers the challenges faced by adolescence, with a focus on drugs and deviance. Through the review of current research findings, students will be engaged to get a deeper understanding of the factors that support healthy development and those that place youth at risk. [3-0, 3 cr.] Prerequisite: PSY201 Corequisite: ENG102
Prerequisites
Common questions about PSY 304
What is PSY 304 at LAU?
PSY 304 Psychology of Youth is a 3-credit course at Lebanese American University (LAU), in the Psychology and Education department. This course focuses on the physical, cognitive and emotional changes experienced by young people and how these changes are affected by family, peers, dating, and the media. It also considers the challenges faced by adolescence, with a focus on drugs and deviance.
How many credits is PSY 304?
PSY 304 Psychology of Youth is worth 3 credits at LAU.
What are the prerequisites for PSY 304?
PSY 304 lists 2 prerequisites: ENG 102 Academic English II, PSY 201 Introduction to Psychology.