SOC 201 - Sociology of Aging

Institution:

Central Maine Community College

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Description:

3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop) 3 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs. Lecture) *15 wks This course surveys the biological, social psychological, and social aspects of the aging process. Students study aging as a developmental stage and explore current issues such as ageism, mandatory retirement, sex, crime, and intergenerational communications. Topics covered include social conditions, economics, and politics as they affect the aged, as well as community responses to the problems confronting the elder population. Students examine public, voluntary, and self-help (advocacy) programs and assess their ability to meet the needs of aging adults in such areas as recreation, income maintenance, retirement, housing, transportation, mental and physical health.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cmcc.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 755-5100

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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