Gerontology as a multidimensional science of reference for decision-making in the care of the elderly

Abstract

Gerontology is the science that studies aging and everything that surrounds this process. For this reason, the purpose of this article is to socialize from a reflexive critical analysis the themes developed in the Gerontology and Community Work Seminar of the Doctorate in Health Sciences that contribute to the understanding of Gerontology as a multidimensional reference science for decision-making in care of the elderly. Methodologically, the documentary review is assumed as the most pertinent to reflect on these issues. As a result, it was obtained that gerontology, as a multidisciplinary human science, integrates the sociodemographic aspects of aging, the care policies for the elderly and the assistance resources for the care of the elderly by the gerontologist. We recommend the review of this article for all those who work with older adults in order to make the most appropriate decisions in cases related to this.