GERONTOLOGY

Catalog description

This course will provide students with an overview of gerontology. A holistic approach to patient care will be considered, encompassing biological, social, psychological, and cultural aspects related to aging. Analysis of day -to- day functioning of the aging patient will be covered. An emphasis will be placed on differentiation between normal aging processes and pathological changes related to speech pathology and communication disorders. Learning will take place via class lectures and discussions experimental exercises, written case studies, student presentations and panel discussions. Discussion of ethical issues related to aging will augment the learning process.