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PSY 234

Psychology of Adolescence

Catalog2026-2027
Credits3 units
LevelLower Division
Average gradeB-
Standard

Overview

Description

The study of the adolescent time period throughout history. Covers biological, cognitive, social, and cultural factors related to development from puberty to emerging adulthood. Credit allowed in only one of PSY 234 or HDFS 431C.

Requirements

Prerequisites

PSY 101
Original catalog text

Prerequisites

Prerequisite(s): PSY 101.

Units

Lecture3

Catalog Details

Offering

Offered: Every Fall

Terms

fall

Attributes

Standard

Learning Outcomes

  • explain the different historical views regarding the adolescent time period.
  • describe the biological, cognitive, social, and cultural factors related to the development of adolescents.
  • identify and describe theories, concepts, examples, and research findings within the field of adolescent psychology.
  • apply theories, concepts, and findings of adolescent psychology to the real world.