Aging , Death , and Dying : A Lifespan Perspective
SSC-363-COR
University at Buffalo
- Semester
- Fall 2026
- Instructor
- Claire Corwin
- Start Date
- 08-24-2026
- Total Credits
- 3
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This course examines the biological , psychological , and social dimensions of aging , with particular attention to end-of-life processes and experiences . Students will explore how individuals age across the lifespan , the physiological and cognitive changes associated with growing older , and the social contexts that shape aging experiences . The course addresses death and dying as integral aspects of the human life course , including topics such as grief and bereavement , palliative and hospice care , cultural attitudes toward mortality , and ethical considerations in end-of-life decision-making .
General Education Area(s): Social Sciences
Course Area: Social Science
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Dates: 08-24-2026 - 12-07-2026
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- Local Course ID: 26FA_BUF_SSC363_LECCOR
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