SOC 357 - Sociology of Aging and the Life-course

Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3

Prerequisite: SOC 151 or SOC 161
Description: An introduction to the various problems faced in the process of growing older including ageism, social support, elder abuse, financial exploitation, etc. Attitudes of society toward the elderly and the social and cultural impact of an aging US population are examined