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.
Overview
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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