The program's components are guided by developmental theory concerning the role of multiple interacting risk and protective factors (child, family, and school) in the development of conduct problems. (childwelfare.gov)
Students complete coursework that includes developmental theories, developmental research methods, and development across the adult years at the individual and family levels of analysis, health, and advanced statistical analysis. (liberalarts.vt.edu)
Children also need advocates who understand developmental theory and research, and their particular needs. (peterhaiman.com)