NRS 348 - Healthy Aging

Class Number: 2477

Description: Hours: Three hours lecture per week Prerequisite: Successful completion of Golden Four GE Areas (1A, 1B, 1C, 2) or Consent of Instructor Description: This course explores the various factors (e.g., biological, psychological, social, economic, political) that impact the health and well-being of older adults in the US and around the globe. Topics explored include aging theories, social determinants of health as they related to elder experiences, and inequities in aging. Students will examine cultural and family influences on aging attitudes, diverse living arrangements and care options, and the policies and programs addressing aging-related issues. Students will also examine culturally sensitive approaches to supporting healthy aging and addressing the challenges faced by aging populations.

Status: Closed

Session: Regular Academic Session

Units: 3.00

Class Components: Lecture

Career: Undergraduate

Start Date: 01/23/2016

End Date: 05/27/2016

Grading: Letter Grade

Enrollment Total: 65

Available Seats: 0

Wait List Capacity: 10

Wait List Total: 0

Textbook Status: Required

ISBN: 9780205923724

Title: Aging Matters: An Introduction to Social Gerontolo

Author: Hooyman

Publish: PEARSON EDUCATION

Textbook Status: Required

ISBN: 9780205727643

Title: Aging Matters

Author: Hooyman

Publish: Pearson

Textbook Status: Required

ISBN: 9780767905923

Title: Tuesdays with Morrie (Trade Ed)

Author: Albom

Publish: Doubleday Books