PY 325 - Psychology of Aging

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Mitchell College

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Description:

3 credits (fall) Prerequisites: PY105 and PY211 An in-depth examination of aging processes and the concept of growing old provide the foundation for this course. Major theories of aging serve as a conceptual springboard to analyze topical issues in gerontology. Among the discussion areas are intelligence and memory, creativity, sensory processes, personality dynamics, multicultural issues in aging, stress and coping, activity and disengagement lifestyle considerations, family relationships, retirement, and loss. Emphasis is placed on normal aging processes rather than pathological.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mitchell.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 701-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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