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Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Introduction to Geriatric Care Syllabus - Mumbai University 2026

Syllabus for Introduction to Geriatric Care

Skill enhancement course · Sociology · Semester 2 · FY BA · 2 credits · 50 marks

Module 1: Overview of Ageing process and age related challenges

  • 1 Physiological and psychosocial changes during old age
  • 2 Nutritional needs of the elderly
  • 3 Common health issues
  • 4 Health Education

Module 2: Support and Care for Elderly

  • 1 Social Support and Social Networking (health club, Senior citizen association etc)
  • 2 Geriatric Palliative care
  • 3 Respite and Hospice Care
  • 4 Geriatric Counselling

References

  • 1 Desai M, Siva,R, ,eds,(2000), Gerontological Social Work in India: Some Issues and Perspectives, Delhi, B.R. Publishing Corporation.
  • 2 Dhillon, P. (2022), Psycho-Social Aspects of Aging in India, Om Publication.
  • 3 Gangopadhyay, J. (2021).Culture Context and Aging of Older Indians- Narratives from India and Beyond, Springer.
  • 4 Giridhar G, Sathyanarayana KM, Kumar S, James KS, Alam M. (2014). (ed). Front matter. IN: Population Ageing in India, Cambridge University press.
  • 5 Government of India. (2008). Geriatric Care: A User Friendly Document, NICE Monograph Series, New Delhi: OldAge Care Division: National Institute of Social Defence, Ministry of Social Justice andEmpowerment, Government of India.
  • 6 Help age India. (2008), Senior Citizens Guide, New Delhi: Research and StrategicDevelopment Division, Helpage India.
  • 7 Kaur S, Kishore J and Singh A. (2014). Comprehensive Textbook of Elderly Care, Century Publication.
  • 8 Ramamurthi, P.V., Jamuna,D, eds, (2004). Handbook of Indian Gerontology. NewDelhi, Serial Publication.
  • 9 Sathyanarayana, K. and Medappa, N. (1997). Editorial: care of the aged – A Long Haul Ahead. Indian Journal of Medical Research 106.
  • 10 https://www.epw.in/journal/2020/23/book-reviews/insights-condition-elderly-india.html
  • 11 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3573467/
  • 12 https://www.researchgate.net/publication/279278557_The_Social_Philosophical_Dimensions_of_ Hospice_Care/link/5642e4cb08aeacfd89388bd1/download?_tp=eyJjb250ZXh0Ijp7ImZpcnN0UG FnZSI6InB1YmxpY2F0aW9uIiwicGFnZSI6InB1YmxpY2F0aW9uIn19
  • 13 https://repub.eur.nl/pub/77705/metis_206989_AAM.pdf
  • 14 https://www.ijirmf.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/201702005.pdf
  • 15 https://www.researchgate.net/publication/370581545_Role_of_Social_Support_on_Psychological _Well-Being_of_the_Elderly_Review
  • 16 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15934352/
  • 17 https://www.researchgate.net/publication/285767116_The_study_of_the_life_course_Implications _for_social_gerontology
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