HLTC22H3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Family Caregivers, Ageism, Population Ageing
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By the end of this course, you will be able to: Understand and discuss the aging of the canadian population and how it impacts society. Reflect on aging across the life course from the perspective of various disciplines. Critically analyze the complex individual, social, and environmental issues that impact aging across the life course. Critique representations of aging in the media, identify ageism, and advocate for a. Understand the important role of family caregivers and their need for support. Evaluate innovations that promote well-being and "aging in place" amongst older adults. Discuss end-of-life issues and what it means to die with dignity. World is growing older # and % of older people in each country rising. In 2012, 8% of world"s population was 65+ Especially the case in developed countries (16. 5% of population is 65+) Large numbers of older people due to: High birth rate (the number of births per 1,000 women in a population)
