Recent ProfessorsNot yet assignedRecent SemestersNo scheduled sections on recordClass SizeNot publishedCredits3PrerequisitePSYCH 001 or PSYC C1000 Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4I · CSU GE Area D9DescriptionThis course examines the specific age stages of adult development and aging using a biopsychosocial framework. Topics to be covered include social cognition in adulthood, gender role and personality development across the lifespan, adaptive coping, intimacy, and sexual aspects of the ongoing aging process. Critical life issues for elders and for those who live and work with them are explored. These issues include physical health, mental health, health care policy, caregiving, dependency and positive aging strategies. 