Course: Developmental Psychology

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Course title Developmental Psychology
Course code HUM/DSA02
Organizational form of instruction Lecture + Lesson + Seminary
Level of course Bachelor
Year of study not specified
Semester Winter
Number of ECTS credits 2
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Sobotková Hana, Mgr. Ph.D.
  • Šejna Erik, Mgr.
  • Vaculčíková Sedláčková Zuzana, Mgr. Ph.D.
Course content
* Introduction to developmental psychology, basic concepts and theories of human development, and developmental periodization. General characteristics of developmental stages from the prenatal period to old age. Dysfunctional socialization in childhood, child deprivation, and the issues of abused, neglected, and maltreated children. * Prenatal period. * Neonatal period. * Infancy. * Toddlerhood. * Preschool age. Secure attachment. Physical, cognitive, and emotional development. Psychosomatic problems in preschool children. * Early school age. Physical, cognitive, and emotional development. Psychosomatic problems in school-age children. Behavioural disorders and learning difficulties. * Late school age (puberty). Physical, cognitive, and emotional development. Specific characteristics of puberty and developmental changes associated with this period. * Adolescence. Psychological development, identity formation, independence, and relationships with peers and family. * Adulthood. Early, middle, and late adulthood. Personality development, partner and family relationships, professional development, and life roles. * Old age. Psychological changes in later life, cognitive and emotional development, adaptation to changes associated with ageing, quality of life, and issues related to the end of life.

Learning activities and teaching methods
Lecture, Dialogic Lecture (Discussion, Dialog, Brainstorming)
Learning outcomes
The course **Developmental Psychology** provides a systematic overview of human psychological development from the prenatal period through adulthood to the end of life. It focuses on the principles and processes of development, characterizing the state of individual psychological functions at each developmental stage, as well as the specific challenges occurring during particular phases and their practical implications for understanding human behaviour and approaches to individuals. The course is designed as a theoretical and practical unit and forms a foundation of professional knowledge and skills for nurses working in paediatric care.

Prerequisites
unspecified

Assessment methods and criteria
Oral exam, Dialog, Written exam

Active participation, participation in discussions, written or oral assessment
Recommended literature
  • Beins, B. (2012). Developmental Psychology. New York.
  • Brisch, K. (2011). Bezpečná vztahová vazba. Trenčín.
  • Kolařík, M. (2011). Interakční psychologický výcvik. Praha.
  • Kozáková, R. (2014). Základy obecné a vývojové psychologie pro studenty nelékařských zdravotnických oborů. Olomouc.
  • Krejčířová, D., & Langmeier, J. (2006). Vývojová psychologie. Praha.
  • Lazurenko, O. (2014). Psychology And Pedagogics. Createspace.
  • Lindsay, A. A. (2016). The New psychology. Its basic principles and Practical formulas.
  • NADEAU, M. (2003). Relaxační hry s dětmi. Praha.
  • Slaměník I. (2011). Emoce a interpersonální vztahy. Praha.
  • Slezáčková A. (2012). Původce pozitivní psychologií. Praha.
  • Thorová K. (2014). Vývojová psychologie. Praha.
  • Zacharová E., Hermanová M.,Šrámková J. (2007). Zdravotnická psychologie. Praha.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences Study plan (Version): Paediatric Nursing (2019) Category: Health service 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Winter