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[The being that ages: technique, science and knowledge].

Shirley Donizete Prado1, Jane Dutra Sayd

  • 1Departamento de Nutrição Social, Instituto de Nutrição, UERJ, Pavilhão João Lyra Filho, Maracanã, 20559-900 Rio de Janeiro. shirley_prado@terra.com.br

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|August 8, 2007
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Gerontology is the science of aging, encompassing philosophical, genetic, and clinical perspectives. It integrates knowledge from various disciplines to understand the complex process of aging and old age.

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology as the multidisciplinary science of aging.
  • Exploration of aging through philosophical, genetic (Bio-Gerontology), and clinical lenses (Geriatrics, Psycho-geriatrics).

Context:

  • Grounded in philosophical thought (Bachelard, Canguilhem) and social sciences (Foucault).
  • Aging is examined as a unique human experience and representation.

Purpose:

  • To define Gerontology as a comprehensive scientific field.
  • To explore the diverse knowledge domains related to aging and old age.

Summary:

  • Gerontology integrates Aging Philosophy, Bio-Gerontology, Geriatrics, Psycho-geriatrics, Geriatric Nursing, and Social Services.
  • It encompasses knowledge from Anthropology and Psychoanalysis concerning the aging individual.
  • The field addresses the broad and evolving understanding of old age.

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Impact:

  • Establishes Gerontology as a complex, interdisciplinary science.
  • Provides a framework for understanding aging across biological, psychological, and social dimensions.
  • Highlights the ambitious scope of studying aging, intersecting with Human and Life Sciences.