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- noun The scientific study of the biological, psychological, and sociological phenomena associated with old age and aging.
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- noun the study of the elderly, and of the aging process itself.
- noun the branch of
science that deals with theproblems of aged people. It is to be distinguished fromgeriatrics , which is the study of the diseases of the elderly. Gerontology covers thesocial ,psychological andbiological aspects ofaging .
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- noun the branch of medical science that deals with diseases and problems specific to old people
Etymologies
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Examples
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• A 1987 Charlotte Observer article stated, After earning a doctorate in gerontology in 1976, she developed a career as a consultant in health care problems of the elderly, specializing in community-based programs.
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[Fayetteville Observer, 11-26-95] • A 2000 Charlotte Observer stated Perdue earned a doctorate in gerontology in
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For Lisa Hummel, service learning not only helped guide her to a career path in gerontology, but also helped her develop a sense of civic responsibility.
Community college stars emphasize learning outside of school 2007
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Geriatricians complete an additional year of study during a geriatric fellowship; nurses can become accredited in gerontology by taking an exam offered through The American Nurses Credentialing Center.
USATODAY.com - Top 10 skills to get ahead in gerontology 2002
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USATODAY. com - Top 10 skills to get ahead in gerontology
USATODAY.com - Top 10 skills to get ahead in gerontology 2002
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But gerontology is an emotionally demanding professional area.
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If you pursue technical training and hands-on experience in gerontology, you will find yourself always in great demand with opportunities in any geographical area.
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Steven Applewhite, an associate professor in the UH Graduate College of Social Work and an expert in Hispanic gerontology, says people who are entering old age face a myriad of challenges including racial disparities in health care, depletion of resources and changing cultural values and traditions.
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While certification by august bodies does not completely protect you from an unscrupulous financial adviser, programs like American Institute of Financial Gerontology, www. aifg.org are highly credible and certify advisers as having skills in gerontology.
Mark Lachs, M.D.: Elder Abuse: How to Protect Your Loved One When Cognitive Problems Arise M.D. Mark Lachs 2010
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While certification by august bodies does not completely protect you from an unscrupulous financial adviser, programs like American Institute of Financial Gerontology, www. aifg.org are highly credible and certify advisers as having skills in gerontology.
Mark Lachs, M.D.: Elder Abuse: How to Protect Your Loved One When Cognitive Problems Arise M.D. Mark Lachs 2010
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Gerontology is the study of the social, cultural, psychological, cognitive, and biological aspects of aging. The word was coined by Ilya Ilyich Mechnikov in 1903. The field is distinguished from geriatrics, which is the branch of medicine that specializes in the treatment of existing disease in older adults. Gerontologists include researchers and practitioners in the fields of biology, nursing, medicine, criminology, dentistry, social work, physical therapy, occupational therapy, psychology, psychiatry, sociology, economics, [political science, architecture, geography, pharmacy, public health, housing, and anthropology.
September 15, 2018