PSY 370: CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT

Class Program
Credits 3
A lecture and seminar course examining the phenomenon of child abuse and neglect. Included in this course will be an overview of attitudes toward and legal definitions of child maltreatment. In addition, legal issues, parental factors, contextual influences, and the developmental consequences of maltreatment will be explored. This course relies heavily on current research in child abuse and neglect. Offered in alternate years. Spring Term.
Notes
Major, Minor, Elective credit.