PSY 417 - Critical Perspectives in Successful Aging

(3 units)

Prerequisite(s): HDEV 357 or GERN 400 or ANTH 454 or PSY 365 with a “C” or better; or consent of the instructor.
This course explores research on health, happiness and well-being in later life. Students examine theories of successful aging from different disciplinary perspectives and explore how sociocultural factors shape people’s perceptions, expectations, and experiences of aging.

Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture Discussion 3 hours) Same course as HDEV 417. Not repeatable for credit.