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Human Aging: Biological Perspectives
Augustine G. DiGiovanna · Salisbury University
The intended audience for this book consists of students and other intelligent readers who have little or no background in science, particularly in biology. These individuals may want to learn about the biology of aging in humans for personal reasons or as part of their preparation for careers that involve working with older people, such as health care, sociology, social work, recreation, education, and psychology.
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Biology of Aging
Libretexts · Herkimer College
Includes the study of the gross and microscopic structure of the systems of the human body with special emphasis on the relationship between structure and function. Integrates anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs, the systems of the human body, and mechanisms responsible for homeostasis.
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PSYC 40: Lifespan Development
Michelle Pilati · Foothill College
The psychology of human development includes cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development throughout the life span. Comprehensive presentation of the issues, forces, and outcomes that make us who we are. Topics in childhood and adolescence, emphasize child development including all stages from conception, through childhood, adolescence, adult issues, later life and gerontology, cover all life span stages and important topics.
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HUS 2040: Introduction to Social Work
LibreTexts
In the contents: 1.08: Gerontology and People with Disabilities
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Introduction to Human Services
Ashley Patros & Keri Grokowsky · Western Technical College
In the contents: 11.01: Gerontology
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Intimate Relationships and Families
Ron Hammond and Paul Cheney · Utah Valley University
In the contents: 10.01: Gerontology
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Introduction to Social Work
Jessica Gladden et al. · Ferris State University
In the contents: 1.08: Gerontology and People with Disabilities
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SWHS 300: Introduction to Social Work/Human Services (Bradshaw)
LibreTexts
In the contents: 8.01: Gerontology and People with Disabilities