PSY 556 - Trauma and Children

Catalog Year 2013-2014

This course provides a broad introduction to the impact of various traumas on children (ages 0-12) from an integrated model of psychology. Students will learn how trauma impacts all levels of a child’s individual development, as well as how trauma influences the systems in which children live and function. A review of resilience literature and related psychological disorders will be included as well. Although the focus of this course is on foundational literature and current research in these topic areas, a brief introduction to
assessment, treatment models, service delivery systems, and basic treatment strategies will also be provided. The material presented will focus on current scientific and practice literature, as well as case examples and clinical experiences of professionals.

PREREQ: Research Methods (e.g. PSY 290 or equivalent); a Developmental course (e.g. PSY 200, PSY 320, HDV 322 or HDV 323 or equivalent); and an Abnormal psychology course (e.g. PSY 350 or CPS 310 or equivalent); and graduate standing.

credit: 3