Theories of Adolescent Development (PSYT90036) — The University of Melbourne Handbook

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Overview

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The content includes:

Theories of developmental processes within the family context
Psychodynamic theories of development in late adolescence
Interpersonal theories of identity formation in late adolescence
Developmental disorders first evident during childhood and adolescence
Ecological perspectives on developmental processes in late adolescence
Mapping the developmental trajectory in late adolescence and early adulthood.

Intended learning outcomes

By the end of this subject students should be able to:

Outline the predominant theories relating to the development of identity and independence during the transition from adolescence to adulthood;
Discuss the relationship between the developmental process and serious mental illness in young people; and
Assess the relevant mediating factors in the identity formation process in young people presenting to mental health services.

Generic skills

By the end of this subject students should be able to:

Outline models of health promotion;
Discuss the evidence and rationale for early detection and intervention in the treatment of serious mental illness in young people;
Design community focussed strategies for primary and secondary prevention of serious mental illness in young people; and
Design psychosocial treatment strategies in the prevention of secondary morbidity.

Last updated: 3 November 2022