GRT 2100 Psychosocial Aspects of Aging

3 units
Gerontology
Faculty of Social Sciences
Theories and models of aging and retirement. Social construction of aging. Impact of gender, ethnicity and race. Issues related to death and dying. Implications for individuals, their families and the care givers.

Components:

Lecture

Requirements:

Prerequisite: 18 university units.

Previously Offered Terms:

Fall
Summer

French Equivalent:

Organized

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4.19

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agree
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disagree
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Clear Expectations

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4.13

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strongly agree
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agree
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neither agree nor disagree
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disagree
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Learned a Lot

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4.02

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agree
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disagree
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Recommend

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4.04

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agree
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disagree
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Workload

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very heavy
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heavier than average
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average
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lighter than average
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very light
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Fair Assessments

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4.36

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strongly agree
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agree
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disagree
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strongly disagree
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question not applicable
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