PSYC 324 - Geropsychology

Institution:

Northeastern Illinois University

Subject:

Psychology

Description:

This course will introduce students to the study of aging and the progession of gerontology. The course focuses on the physical, psychological, social and cognitive aspects of aging from a number of disciplinary perspectives. Micro (individual's process of aging) as well as macro (scietal) issues of an aging poulation will be examined. The course will also introduce students to a number of controversies and debates in gerentology, many of which have implications for social policy.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.neiu.edu/

Phone Number:

(773) 583-4050

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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