For Gerontology we have terms and definitions in 5 topics. The topics are Aging, Developmental Psychology, Gerontology, Health Care and Nursing Home Abuse.

Gerontology (Aging)

Study of the processes of aging from many disciplines, including anthropology, biology, history, sociology, psychology, political science, demography. Social Gerontology is concerned with the impact of social and sociocultural conditions and social consequences of the processes of aging,

Gerontology (Developmental Psychology)

The scientific study of the process of aging and of the problems of aged people.

Gerontology (Gerontology)

A branch of biology focusing on the common mechanisms of aging across all multicellular species. Gerontologists, for example, are keen to understand species that appear to exhibit very gradual or negligible senescence over a long time interval. In this context, gerontologists may study yeast, worms, fruit flies, mice, rock fish, tortoises, bats, parrots, humans, and other creatures exhibiting exceptional longevity.

Gerontology (Health Care)

Social Science field studying the biological, psychological and social aspects of aging.

Gerontology (Nursing Home Abuse)

The study of older people and the aging process.

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