Social Work Education and the Field of Aging.

Fahey, Charles J.

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ERIC Number: EJ525727

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Publication Date: 1996

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Social Work Education and the Field of Aging.

Fahey, Charles J.

Gerontologist, v36 n1 p36-41 Feb 1996

Has two principle thrusts: a reflection on the graying of American society and a perspective on its implications for social work education. Calls for social work educators to reassess their role in contributing to society and individuals dealing with the issues of aging. Discusses the phenomenon of the "third age" of members of society. (KW)

Descriptors: Aging (Individuals), Aging Education, Baby Boomers, Counseling, Educational Gerontology, Educational Psychology, Geriatrics, Gerontology, Older Adults, Population Trends, Social Work, Social Workers, Values

Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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