Dec 07, 2025  
Catalog 2025-2026 
    
Catalog 2025-2026

HDFS 340 - Close Relationships and Family Development


In this course, students learn about the formation of romantic relationships, mate selection, dating, gay and lesbian relationships, theories of love, and marriage. In addition, students study the formation of families, family development across the lifespan, parenting, and diversity in families. Special emphasis is given to contextual influences on families.

Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (HDFS 200  or HDFS 350  or HDFS 360  or PSY 340  or equivalent) and (GE  Area 1A and 1B and 1C with a C- or better)]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

Units: 3