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Heflin, Mitchell T. – Gerontology & Geriatrics Education, 2006
The Duke University School of Medicine has a unique curriculum in which students complete basic sciences in year 1 and clinical clerkships in year 2, making way for an entire year of independent study in year 3. Into this compact curriculum, education in geriatrics has been successfully introduced through focused exercises and activities…
Descriptors: Educational Strategies, Mentors, Clinical Experience, Independent Study
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Blazer, Dan G.; And Others – Gerontologist, 1996
Investigates paranoia in older adults. In cross-sectional analyses, symptoms were strongly associated with black race, lower income and education, less exercise, and more depressive symptoms. In longitudinal analysis, three years following initial interview, symptoms were predicted by baseline paranoid symptoms, education and depressive symptoms…
Descriptors: Aging (Individuals), Aging Education, Blacks, Community Attitudes