The physiological, psychological, and sociological aspects of aging will be considered, including those influences in the cultural context that enhance and impede continued growth of the person. A study of select social problems, including consideration of proposed lines of action in dealing with them. Problem areas include population, the affluent society, poverty, urban renewal, delinquency and crime, automation, the aged, ethnic and racial relations and the role of the United States in relationship to the underdeveloped areas of the world. Strategies of education and treatment will be reviewed. Course designed to deal with problems encountered either personally or professionally.
Course also looks at social and cultural factors in alcoholism and drug abuse.