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UExcel Foundations of Gerontology: Study Guide & Test Prep

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Course Description

Overview

You can complete this test prep course as you review for the UExcel Foundations of Gerontology exam to earn college credit. Watch engaging video lessons and take multiple-choice quizzes to see how well you understand the material ahead of exam day.

Syllabus

  • Ch 1. Introduction to Gerontology
  • Ch 2. Political & Ethical Issues in Studying Gerontology
  • Ch 3. Research Methods & the Study of Gerontology
  • Ch 4. Conducting Ethical Research When Studying Gerontology
  • Ch 5. The Demography of Aging
  • Ch 6. The Health of Older Adults
  • Ch 7. Chronic Conditions of the Aging Population
  • Ch 8. The Brain & Nervous System in Older Adults
  • Ch 9. The Aging Muscle, Skeletal, and Integumentary Systems
  • Ch 10. The Aging Sensory System
  • Ch 11. The Aging Circulatory and Respiratory Systems
  • Ch 12. The Aging Endocrine and Reproductive Systems
  • Ch 13. Attention and Memory of the Aging Population
  • Ch 14. The Cognitive Development of Older Adults
  • Ch 15. Intelligence, Creativity, & Wisdom in Older Adults
  • Ch 16. Mental Health & Lifespan Development Disorders in Older Adults
  • Ch 17. Measures of Well-Being in Aging Populations
  • Ch 18. Clinical Assessment in Psychology
  • Ch 19. Anxiety Disorders Related to Aging
  • Ch 20. Substance Use Disorders & Aging Populations
  • Ch 21. Cognitive Disorders in Older Adults
  • Ch 22. Personality & Older Adulthood
  • Ch 23. Mood and Stress Disorders
  • Ch 24. Treatment Methods for Psychological Disorders in Adults
  • Ch 25. Aging in Society: Social Implications for Older Adults
  • Ch 26. Interpersonal Relationships of Older Adults
  • Ch 27. Work in Late Adulthood
  • Ch 28. Work, Leisure & Community Involvement in Retirement
  • Ch 29. Dying and Bereavement in Older Adults
  • Ch 30. Politics and Policy for Older Adults
  • Ch 31. The Economics of Aging
  • Ch 32. UExcel Foundations of Gerontology Flashcards

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