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SOC 229 - The Sociology of Aging

4 credits
A study of the key concepts, main theoretical perspectives, and important substantive issues of the sociology of aging. One of the central issues explored is gender differences in aging. Other issues include stereotypes, the social construction of life cycles, changes in relationships over the life course, eldercare, and work and retirement. Examines historical and cross-cultural variations in aging and differences by race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and social class. Prerequisite: SOC 101  or equivalent. Offering to be determined. CLA-Diversity US


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