Abstract
The paper explores how various demographic and health factors have contributed to aging in Iran with particular attention to Tehran City wherein larger number of elderly people live. Iran’s ageing increase was likely unexpected since the last 60 years when reforms and modernization gradually started especially in Tehran in terms of education, health, medication, sanitation, water improvements etc. Gerotologically speaking, all these variables affected aging in quantitative terms.
Highlights
For several decades, there has been considerable discussion about the development of gerontology education around the world
As the population continues to age, it is imperative that gerontology programs continue to grow and develop so as to respond to both the challenges and opportunities rooted in a diverse population
Students who specialize in gerontology will be able to provide, develop, and improve services to older adults in acute care facilities, hospitals, long-term care facilities, community and government agencies, and hospice care facilities, among others
Summary
There has been considerable discussion about the development of gerontology education around the world. As the population continues to age, it is imperative that gerontology programs continue to grow and develop so as to respond to both the challenges and opportunities rooted in a diverse population.
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