SOC 18 - INTRODUCTION TO AGING

    Recent Professors
    N. Major
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Spring 2026, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    45 students
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of SOC 18
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4 · CSU GE Area E
    Description
    Provides an introduction to the interdisciplinary field of gerontology through biological, psychological, and sociological perspectives. The area of focus is on the adult years of the life span. Topics include: the aging process, growth of the older population, cultural differences, consequences of physical aging, health and well-being, mental health, sexuality, social support networks, caregiving, social interactions, role changes, death and dying, social policies affecting older adults, and careers options in the field (formerly SOC 180).