3.00 Credits
Students are introduced to the myths and realities of adult development and again. Demographic forces, economic programs, social patterns, parenting adult children, grand parenting, health, long term are, divorce and death are all examined. Students adopt critical thinking skills as they interview a mid/later life individual and apply the responses to what was learned in the course. Optimal aging and resilience is a major theme of this course. Prerequisite: FCS 1500 and 2400.