PSY 1357 - PSYCHOLOGY OF AGING

Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3
This course is designed to examine the psychological changes that occur through adulthood and into late life from a life-span developmental perspective. Biological, cognitive, emotional, and social aspects of the aging process will be explored in depth. Historical and contemporary perspectives on aging as well as cultural influences on the experience of aging will be examined. Psychological aspects of aging will be explored from individual, familial, and societal viewpoints. Lecture, class discussion, small group work and media presentations will be utilized.
Academic Career: Undergraduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
Course Requirements: PREQ: PSY 0010 or 0012 or 0101 or 0200

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