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Summer Sem 2019
28-Apr-2024 |
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| SOWK 566 - Social/Cultural Aspects Aging |
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Explores the reciprocal relationship between society and those considered older by society. Examines the social and cultural forces that impinge on the aging process, including socially constructed images of older adults, and patterns of inequality of gender, race, and economics. Theoretical perspectives relevant to the aging process, from activity theory and life span development to post modern constructions of aging are examined. Emphasis is placed on current critical aging-related issues and how these issues are experienced personally and societally. Students are challenged to critically analyze prevailing assumptions and perspective on aging and how these impact older adults, family members and society. (RE) Prerequisite(s): 510, 512, 513, 519, 522, 537, 538, 539 and 543 or 544. Comment(s): Advanced Standing satisfies prerequisites. Registration Restriction: Graduate students only. Minimum student level – graduate. Registration Permission: Non-MSSW students may register with consent of instructor. 3.000 Credit hours 3.000 Lecture hours Levels: Graduate, Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Social Work Department |
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