Adolescent Development and Mental Health:
Theory, Practice, and Intervention

Professor: Carol DiFalco, Ph.D., LMHC

Spring Semester 2025 | 3 Credit Hours

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Course Description

This advanced course provides a comprehensive exploration of adolescent development with a special focus on the mental health of adolescents, emphasizing practical applications for working with young people in various contexts. Students will examine the complex interplay of psychological, sociological, and biological factors that shape adolescent development and mental health, from the transition out of childhood through the emergence into young adulthood. The course addresses common mental health challenges in adolescence, the impact of stress, trauma, and social influences, and strategies to promote resilience and well-being. By integrating theoretical foundations with evidence-based interventions and real-world applications, this course prepares students to work effectively with adolescents in clinical, educational, and community settings, fostering an informed, compassionate approach to supporting adolescent mental health.

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PSY413 - 7 Weeks

Adolescent Development and Mental Health:Theory, Practice, and Intervention

Professor: Carol DiFalco, Ph.D., LMHC

Course Description

To Begin This Course...

Adolescent Development and Mental Health:
Theory, Practice, and Intervention