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The Psychology of Aging

Explains how the physiological aging processes affect the five senses. Explains how aging processes affect intelligence and cognitive functioning. Describes the effects of aging on creativity, memory, and language. Reviews personality changes associated with aging. Reviews the mental illnesses most commonly associated with aging.

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Booklet (62 pages)

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Learning Objectives

Explain how the physiological aging processes affect the five senses.
Explain how aging processes affect intelligence and cognitive functioning.
Describe the effects of aging on creativity, memory, and language.
Review personality changes associated with aging.
Review the mental illnesses most commonly associated with aging.

Products specifications

Instructor	B. Sternberg, Ph.D.
Contact Hours:	3
# of Pages	62
More Information About This Course:	The Psychology of Aging accreditation

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