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Introduction to Human Development and Family Relationships:Overview of the course objectives, scope, and importance of understanding human development within family contexts.Introduction to key concepts, theories, and research methods in human development and family studies.Theoretical Perspectives on Human Development:Exploration of major theoretical perspectives on human development, including psychoanalytic, cognitive, behavioral, and ecological theories.Understanding how these theories explain the processes of growth, change, and adaptation across the lifespan.Prenatal Development and Early Childhood:Study of prenatal development, including biological, cognitive, and socioemotional milestones during the prenatal period.Examination of early childhood development, attachment theory, and the role of family relationships in shaping early experiences.Middle Childhood and Adolescence:Understanding of physical, cognitive, and socioemotional development during middle childhood and adolescence.Exploration of identity development, peer relationships, and family dynamics during the adolescent years.Adulthood and Aging:Study of adult development and aging, including physical changes, cognitive abilities, and psychosocial transitions in adulthood.Examination of marital relationships, parenting roles, and intergenerational dynamics in later adulthood.Family Systems Theory:Introduction to family systems theory and its application to understanding family dynamics, roles, and interactions.Exploration of concepts such as family structure, boundaries, communication patterns, and power dynamics.