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This course has a final exam. 

One of the course objective is to improve students’ knowledge and ability to identify both normal child development and how trauma can impact children at different developmental stages

The required textbook for this course is; Perry, B. D., & Szalavitz, M. (2008 or 2017 edition). The boy who was raised as a dog and other stories from a child psychiatrist’s notebook: What traumatized children can teach us about loss, love, and healing. New York: Basic Books.

Sanctuary trauma refers to the condition that results when trauma victims turn to those from whom they hope to find sanctuary (emergency room, family, favoriteteacher) only to encounter a reception that is not as supportive as anticipated.

Simon is in his mid-50s and has been experiencing mild erectile problems on occasion. He eats well, smokes, and has a job that requires quite a bit of physical activity. What would his doctor suggest?

According to Piaget, the_____ stage of cognitive development characterizes adults as well as adolescents.

Friendships between two people of different genders can be associated with which of the following problems?

According to socioemotional selectivity theory, which of the following is true of the trajectory of motivation for knowledge-related goals?

Meghan is showing initial signs of menopause. She decides to research online about menopause and familiarize herself with the causes, symptoms, and treatments related to this process. After reading about treatment plans and other details online, she decides that she will not opt for hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Which of the following is an accurate statement that favors Meghan’s decision to forego HRT?

Sibling relationships in adulthood can have which of the following characteristics?