Simmons University

PSYC239 - 01 - Psychology of Aging

Full

Credits

4.0

Term

Jan 20 - May 10

Open Seats

0 of 20

Schedule

Mon 11:00am – 1:50pm

Course Type

Lecture

Location

In Person

Section

01

Faculty

Ellen Birchander

Prerequisites

CR: Completed PSYC-101

Description

Focuses on later life and how social forces influence people's experiences with aging. Looks at myths and stereotypes about the aging process, analyzes the mental and physical challenges we face as we age, assessing the continuities and discontinuities in family relationships, and discussing the implications of a growing aging population.