Course Descriptions
GERO: Intro to Gerontology 10544201 Provides an opportunity for the student to develop greater awareness and appreciation for aging. Topics addressed include demographic, biological, psychological, and social aspects of the aging process as well as careers within the field of aging. Course Typically Offered: Fall Spring
GERO: Healthy Aging 10544203 Overview of practices to promote healthy aging. This course will address nutrition, physical activity and prevention practices as well as an overview of medications commonly prescribed for the older adult. Emphasis will focus around the " well " elderly population and practices identified to address current aging trends. Course Typically Offered: Fall Spring
GERO: Alzheimer ' s & Dementia 10544205 Study of Alzheimer ' s disease and other forms of dementia. Students will differentiate between stages of dementia and Alzheimer ' s disease. By analyzing normal brain processes and how these diseases affect brain function, students gain insight on best practices in responding to the needs of this population and their caregivers and loved ones. Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
GERO: Death and Dying 10544206 Study of losses across the lifespan associated with death and dying. Societal and personal views of death, dying, and bereavement and recommendations for healthy transitions in coping with loss will be explored. Course Typically Offered: Fall Spring
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