Gerontology

The Gerontology Explosion Aging is a normal process that occurred through the course of life, we are born, grow, mature and get old which is believe to be a closer stage to our end of life. In the past, people were dying at a very young age and we had less numbers of older populations and today the aging population keeps increasing as a result of better medical care present today. According to the National Institute of Health, (2007), in 2006 the world population age 65 and above was 500 million and by 2030 these population is going to see an increase to one billion. The purpose of this post is to understand the term gerontological nurse, reasons fewer students chose gerontology and what would increase their interest in this area of study. Gerontology is the…

Gerontology Gerontology is the study of aging as it pertains to older people; more specifically it is the study of all the changes aging brings about and its influence on the lives of the elderly; this field of study is interested in the science of aging and how it affects the functionality and social life of senior citizens (UGA.edu). The advancements of technology and medicine has helped to greatly expand the field of gerontology and has improved the work of gerontologists and the lives of the…

When asked, what is gerontology, i assumed it was the study of the elderly people but i was incorrect because it is the study of the aging process, including physical, mental, and social changes. Every individual goes through these changes one way or another and it can either affect them in a positive or negative way. Aging does not happen overnight but it is a continuous process that begins when you are born and continues until you die. The changes of aging however begins as one enters middle…

When deciding on where to apply for my Gerontology degree, I chose USC Davis School of Gerontology because it is a very prestigious program that offers an exceptional education. An interesting fact that caught my attention of the campus is the diversity of ethnicities, sex, and age. Having a diverse campus develops social cultural awareness and promotes creative thinking. USC is a good fit for my goals because with the dual degree program I will able to pursue a Masters of Science in Gerontology…

Social gerontology is a relatively young field of studies that is involved in the study of the social aspects of aging and their impact on both the elderly people and social structures. In the scientific field, it is widely believed that the social context, which varies for different people, impacts the meaning of aging and helps to determine whether the aging process is perceived as positive or rather negative (Hooyman & Kiyak 5). With respect to the changes in social structure caused by aging…

Gerontology is the scientific study of old age, the process of aging, and the particular problems of old people. The field of gerontology is very broad, and there are many subfields. Geriatrics focuses strictly on the medical conditions and disease of the aging, gerontology is a multidisciplinary study that incorporates biology, psychology and sociology. Because gerontology deals with multi-faceted aspects of aging. according to" Michelle Hall Between 2000 and 2030, the older population --…

Introduction A growing evidence base within gerontology suggests that the quality and attributes of the social and built environments in which older adults live have profound impacts on their health, quality of life and wellbeing (Menec, Means, Keating, Parkhurst & Eales, 2011). Furthermore, widespread population aging across the globe has placed a greater emphasis the need for initiatives that enable older adults to live active, social and independent lives (Chappel, McDonald & Stones, 2003).…

Aging is the natural process of growing older. It is widely accepted that aging represents Accumulation of changes in human being over time encompassing physical, psych- ological , and social change while knowledge of world events and wisdom may expand Therefore, in my term paper I will be focusing on how genuinely narrative gerontology View that people can add value to their lives by creating and maintaining a personal Narrative and breaking the old stereotypes related to the process of…

The area of gerontology is a growing field that encompasses the socioeconomic study of the aging population.While older generations have encountered many hardships, there are many more they may face as they age. One of the most interesting challenges they may find is about sexual activity, and just how many older adults are engaging in risky sexual behavior, which can be identified as having more than 5 sexual partners within 5 years, or not using a condom. In a study approved by a local ethics…

Pam: What Can You do With an MBA with a Gerontology Concentration? Graduates who have an MBA with a Gerontology Concentration are prepared to fill a variety of challenging positions. Graduates are ready to fill managerial and administrative positions in gerontology related to supervision, policy analysis, facility management and health care corporate planning. Geriatric Social Work Supervisor Geriatric social work supervisors provide, direct and coordinate care programs for older adults and…