03079 - Psychology of Development

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course, the student: - possesses a framework of developmental psychology with reference to mental distress; - is able to analyze the forms of mental distress.

Course contents

The course aims to provide students with a thorough understanding of the main theoretical models of developmental psychology, with particular attention to the processes that promote or hinder psychological well-being throughout the lifespan. The risk and protective factors associated with mental health distress in developmental age will be explored, analyzing the most recent scientific evidence and strategies for mental health prevention and promotion.

Readings/Bibliography

Santrock, J. W., Deater-Deckard, K., Lansford, J., & Rollo, D. (2026). Psicologia dello sviluppo (5ª ed.). McGraw Hill. All chapters.

Scientific articles and material relevant to the course content will also be used.

Teaching methods

Lectures
Small group work
Exercises

Assessment methods

The exam will be oral, covering the content covered in class, which will be made available to everyone on the virtual platform, and the texts indicated.

Teaching tools

Slides and videos will be used during lectures. The slides will be made available to students on the Virtual University web platform after completing a lecture topic.


Note: Students with disabilities or specific learning difficulties may contact the instructor and the University Student Services for Disabled Students and Students with Learning Disabilities (https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/it) to arrange specific accommodations for teaching methods, appropriate teaching and assessment methods, including the possibility of using necessary aids (IT equipment, tutors, etc.) and/or to arrange dates that best suit their learning needs.


NB >> Artificial Intelligence: the use of Artificial Intelligence, both during teaching and practical activities, will follow the policies on Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) adopted by the University for teaching and research activities (https://www.unibo.it/it/ateneo/statuto-norme-strategie-bilanci/intelligenza-artificiale/intelligenza-artificiale).

Office hours

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