SOC 276 - Aging in Modern American Society

1. Analyze the demographics and broad diversity among the older population in mental and physical health, family structure, living arrangements, interests and activities and financial status.
2. Evaluate the major psychological and sociological theoretical models and research methodology related to aging.
3. Analyze the major federal legislation and explain national, state and local programs which assist the elderly.
4. Analyze differences between normative and pathological changes which occur most frequently in the older population.
5. Examine the complexity and diversity of variables that impact the older population.