Theories/Human Behavior

This course focuses on theory and knowledge of individuals and families including biological, social, psychological, spiritual and cultural factors that impact human development and behavior in a global context. Utilizing the generalist approach to social work practice, a social systems perspective is applied to understand the relationships between and among individuals, families and the broader social environment. Diversity is presented in its many facets covering ethnicity, culture, race, social class, gender, sexual orientation, age and disability. The impact of discrimination and other forms of oppression on individual development and behavior are examined.