Childhood Exposure to Violence
This course examines the definitions, scope, and impact of violence and abuse in childhood. In particular, this course introduces students to the theoretical and empirical literatures relating to family violence, including child physical abuse, child sexual abuse, and child neglect, as well as child victimization in neighborhoods and schools.
Outcomes: To understand, critically analyze, and apply a variety of theories, conceptual frameworks, and empirical research to explain child victimization and the impact of exposure to violence on children.
Outcomes: To understand, critically analyze, and apply a variety of theories, conceptual frameworks, and empirical research to explain child victimization and the impact of exposure to violence on children.