The developmental processes that start once an egg is fertilized are complex and proceed rapidly. The study of child psychology calls upon many disparate disciplines: Biology, medicine, neurology, language and linguistics, as well as psychology fields, to describe and explain this fascinating period of our lives. Emphasis is placed on the interaction of biological, psychological, and sociocultural influences on normal development. The growing child is considered in terms of physical, social, cognitive, emotional, aesthetic, and moral development. The role of culture is examined throughout the course.
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