Discussion Post I: An Interdisciplinary Model of Aging
Based on the assigned readings, discuss at least three reasons why an interdisciplinary model of aging is needed. Include in your discussion an analysis of interdisciplinary theories in comparison to existing single model theories for aging.
Discussion Post II: Aging, Health, and the Environment
Read the article by Satariano, W. A., "Aging, Health, and the Environment: An Ecological Model." Briefly summarize the theory's major focus, concepts, and principles. Next, critically evaluate and discuss the strengths and weaknesses associated with the ecological model of aging proposed by the author.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.
Textbooks:
1) Bengtson, V. L., Gans, D., Putney, N. M., & Silverstein, M. (Eds.). (2016). Handbook of theories of aging (3rd ed.). Springer.
a) Chapter 4: The Psychology of Aging
b) Chapter 5: How Theories Became Social: Emergence of the Sociology of Aging
c) Chapter 6: Social Movements and Social Knowledges: Gerontological Theory in Research, Policy, and Practice
2) Satariano, W. A. (2006). Aging, health, and the environment: An ecological model. In W. A. Satariano, Epidemiology of aging (pp. 39-84). Jones & Bartlett.