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- 9th - 12th
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Students examine the discipline of developmental psychology and consider the role this science has played in understanding human life. They review major developmental psychology theories and explore the challenges of conducting research. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students examine the physical, cognitive and socioemotional changes that occur in middle childhood. They consider the factors that influence development the role of self-identity. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students, in groups, research one of the following: Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Dissociative Identity Disorder, Schizophrenia, and any other disorders that seem appropriate. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students discover the names, differences, and symptoms of various psychological disorders through small groups and entire class games and discussion. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students participate in a brief experiment about symbolic cleansing. They investigate a significant psychological study conducted during the 20th century and write a short analysis paper that addresses the ethical nature of the study. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students examine the life of a teenager from their own perspective and an adult's. In groups, they focus on the biological changes and how they are different in a girl and a boy. Individually, they write a paper about these changes and include characteristics that relate to their personality and identity. To end the lesson, they are introduced to Kohlberg's theory of Moral Reasoning and Piaget's theory of Cognitive Development. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students study the complexities of eating disorders and the underlying factors which may contribute to their onset and development. They explore the various aspects and manifestations of these eating disorders and identify and express their own conflicts of self image. Full Review »
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- 7th - 12th
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Students in an alternative school setting for pregnant teens examine various facets of pregnancy including prenatal and postpartum testing, genetic influences, and additional risk factors. Through videos, hands-on activities, and small group discussions, they gain insights into the genetics of human development, birth defects, and other related topics. Activities include: constructing cell models and creating pregnancy timelines. Full Review »
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- 9th - 10th
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Students play a role of a registered dietician to examine low carbohydrate diets and diets currently on the market and compare them to a balanced diet. They determine a strategy for weight loss for a patient that meets specifications such as balanced, easy, and inexpensive. Full Review »
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- 6th
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Students study the concept of dysfuctional eating including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, fad dieting, and having an unbalanced diet. They watch and discuss videos about eating disorders and then they write a paper on how to make their favorite snack. Full Review »
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