FSHD 3120 - Aging: Adaptation and Behavior

Institution:

Utah Tech University

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Description:

An examination of the physical and psychological process of aging. The emphasis is upon behavioral and social adaptation to these processes. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Explain general physiological, cognitive, social, and emotional processes of aging and assess specific processes in given cases. 2. Describe local, government, non-profit, and private programs and entities as social adaptations for dealing with aging processes and the services they provide. 3. Demonstrate ability to help families communicate and problem solve around aging processes. 4. Recognize signs and symptoms of elder abuse and understand procedures to follow to report abuse. FA

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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