AGNG 250 The Psychological Aspects of Aging

This course will provide students with an overview and understanding of the aging processes in adulthood and later life. Students will examine the basic theoretical models, research methods, and current information on the psychology of adulthood and aging and show how these concepts can be applied to understanding and helping older adults. An emphasis is placed on strategies for successful aging. Emphasis will be on the normal aging process as well as psychological issues and pathologies that affect the elderly.

Credits

3

Hours Weekly

3 hours weekly

Course Objectives

1. 1. Describe the psychological, cognitive, physical and social changes that accompany
   aging
2. 2. Identify common myths and stereotypes regarding aging
3. 3. Compare and contrast successful and unsuccessful aging
4. 4. Compare and contrast strategies that have been shown to contribute to successful aging
5. 5. Identify the physical, emotional, and psychosocial problems related to the normal aging
   process.
6. 6. Identify the role of work and the issues of retirement.
7. 7. Identify the changes in physical, and cognitive functioning in late adulthood
8. 8. Explain the current theories of personality development in late adulthood and theories
   of successful aging.
9. Describe the attitudes towards death, preparation for one's own death, care of the
   dying, and bereavement

Course Objectives

1. 1. Describe the psychological, cognitive, physical and social changes that accompany
   aging
2. 2. Identify common myths and stereotypes regarding aging
3. 3. Compare and contrast successful and unsuccessful aging
4. 4. Compare and contrast strategies that have been shown to contribute to successful aging
5. 5. Identify the physical, emotional, and psychosocial problems related to the normal aging
   process.
6. 6. Identify the role of work and the issues of retirement.
7. 7. Identify the changes in physical, and cognitive functioning in late adulthood
8. 8. Explain the current theories of personality development in late adulthood and theories
   of successful aging.
9. Describe the attitudes towards death, preparation for one's own death, care of the
   dying, and bereavement