To what extent does the profession of social work, human services, and counseling owe its existence to Christian compassion? For example, how did the idea of Christian compassion i

Describe current theories of biological aging, both at the level of DNA and body cells and at the level of tissues and organs.
Describe the impact of SES, nutrition, and exercise on health, and discuss obesity in adulthood.
How does psychological stress affect health?
Describe the impact of a college education on young people’s lives, and discuss the problem of dropping out.
What problems do U.S. non-college-bound young adults face in preparing for a vocation?
What is emerging adulthood, and how has cultural change has contributed to it?
According to Erikson, what personality changes that take place during early adulthood?
Discuss the diversity of adult lifestyles, focusing on singlehood, cohabitation, and childlessness.
Discuss the challenges associated with variant styles of parenthood, including stepparents, never-married parents, and gay and lesbian parents.
Describe patterns of career development, and cite difficulties faced by women, ethnic minorities, and couples seeking to combine work and family.