SOCI 356 - Health,Aging,and Society

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Northern Illinois University

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Description:

Examination of the social aspects of health and aging. Emphasis on health and aging as socially constructed, and social structures that constrain health and aging. Topics include inequality in morbidity, mortality, and the aging process; the social organization of health and aging services; caregiving; end-of-life issues; health financing and policy. Prerequisites & Notes PRQ: SOCI 170 or SOCI 250 or SOCI 260 or SOCI 270; or consent of department. Credits: 3

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.niu.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 892-3050

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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