OCT-5002 Biopsychosocial Dev. Acr. Lifes.
Biopsychosocial Development Across the Lifespan & Focuses on individual development from the pre-natal period through older adulthood. Interaction of physical, psychological, cultural and social systems on the individual's adaptation will be examined. The interface of normative developmental issues and impairment will be explored. Changes in occupational engagement and impact of lifestyle choice, disability and chronic illness over the life-span will be included. The course uses lecture and small group format to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for the understanding of, communication with clients and their families.