a. Social Issue Paper (4-6 pages, double-spaced) 100pts
Select one social issue related to older adults in the selected country other than the US. (e.g., nursing home care, family caregiving, pension policy reform, elder abuse, etc.). Describe how the issue exists and is addressed in the chosen country first. Describe then how the chosen issue exists and is dealt with in the US. Conclude your paper with a discussion of cross-national differences and/or similarities with proper references to reviewed articles.
At least five scholarly articles should be cited in the paper. Must cite all sources in the body of paper, as well as a reference list at the end.
Category: Gerontology
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“Comparing Social Issues Facing Older Adults: A Cross-National Analysis of Nursing Home Care in the US and [Selected Country]”
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Title: “Exploring the Field of Gerontology: A Personal Concept Map and Reflection” Gerontology: The study of aging and its impact on individuals, society, and the aging process itself. Key Concepts: 1. Aging:
Construct a map that defines gerontology for you
Identify the key concepts and how they relate to one another
Start with “gerontology” at the top of your page then get more specifics as you move down toward the bottom
Write a 3-page reflection paper explaining your concept map
Explain to the reader how the concepts you placed on your map connect to help meet the needs of older adults
Describe where you see yourself in terms of a future career and the future of gerontology