Social Gerontology

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The learning process articulates active methods of theoretical and practical classes and interactive problem-centered, with emphasis on critical reflection of the program’s themes. Through:
– Expository method: in order to support elementary, new and complex theoretical concepts that require a formative approach;
– Critical analysis and active discussion of scientific articles;
-Contact And handling of theoretical and practical tools to promote understanding of the topics proposed;
– Role-playing as interactive and collaborative teaching technique that develops in the student the capacity for critical reflection and self-reflection, interaction and creativity.
Continuous assessment consists of one moment of evaluation: oral defense/presentation of a critical analysis of an scientific paper or an written test.

1. Recognize the emergence of gerontology as a scientific area and application / intervention / investigation;
2. Acquire and integrate basic and specific knowledge necessary for an overall understanding of the process of human aging;
3. Identify and analyze problems, needs and potential of the elderly and family support network;
4. Develop an attitude and capacity for critical reflection face stereotypes around the adulthood and old age, and about the challenges posed by aging societies.
5. Know and understand the psychological and social changes that occur in old age.
6. Understand the relevance of Gender Mainstreaming in Gerontology.

1. Gerontology: contextualization of science. Demographic trends and challenges. Human aging: process of differentiation and intra-individual variability. Chronological age as reducing discretion.
2. Ageism: manifestations and implications: the main myths of aging.
3. Personal and social changes in old age: social transitions, the importance of spirituality.
4. Life events and transitions: aging, change and adaptation strategies (coping).
5. Gender and aging: adaptation to aging according to gender.

• - Frequency - 100.0%

• - Scientific Article Critical Analysis - 100.0%

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Binstock, R., & George, L. (2006). Handbook and aging and the social sciences. San Diego: Academic Press.
Birren, J., & Schaie, W. (2006). Handbook of psychology of aging (6th ed.). UK: Elsevier.
Bond, J., Sheila, P., Dittmann-kohli, & Westerhof, G. (2007). Ageing in society. SAGE.
Carter, B., & McGoldrick, M. (Eds.). (2005). The expanded family life cycle (2nd ed). Needham Heights: Allyn & Bacon.
Fernandez-Ballesteros, R. (2007). Geropsichology: European perspectives for an aging world. USA: Hogrefe & Huber Publishers.
Friedrich, D. (2001). Successful aging. Integrating contemporary ideas, research findings, and intervention strategies. Springfield: Charles C. Thomas Publisher.
Kart, C., & Kinney, J. (2001). The realities of aging. An introduction to Gerontology. sixth Edition. Boston: Allyn and Bacon.
Nelson, T. (2002). Ageism: Stereotyping and prejudice against older persons. Cambridge: MIT Press.