43 Health, Aging, & Society
Nutrition
Human Nutrition
This nutrition text has been positively-reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. It covers introductory concepts in nutrition, from carbohydrates to trace minerals.
Includes: Instructor resources, student resources, and summaries.
May suit: KINESIOL 1F03/3Y03 and HTHSCI 4NU3.
Aging
The Evolution of Aging 3rd Edition
This aging text has been positively-reviewed. It covers introductory concepts in human aging, from evolution to anti-aging research.
Includes: Instructor resources, student resources, and summaries.
May suit: HLTHAGE 1BB3.
Addiction
Addiction: Drugs, Brains, and Behavior – The Science of Addiction
This addiction text has been editor-reviewed. It covers introductory concepts in addiction, from drug misuse to treatment and recovery.
Includes: Instructor resources, student resources, and summaries.
May suit: HLTHAGE 2L03.
Foundations of Addiction Studies
This book introduces addiction key terminology and research help that define, discuss, diagnose, and deal with this problem. The material is organized so that each chapter focuses on a different theme related to addiction.
Includes: Key takeaways, exercises, interactive study tools (flashcards and quizzes), and videos.
May suit: HTHAGE 2L03 and SOCWORK 4Y03.
Northern and Indigenous Health and Healthcare
This open access, online resource consists of 38 short chapters from a variety of experts, academics, and practitioners in northern and Indigenous health and health care from around the Circumpolar North on the following themes: health issues in northern and Indigenous communities; health systems and governance; the social determinants of health in northern and Indigenous communities; culture and health; and professional practice in rural/remote/isolated communities.
Includes: Review questions.
May suit: HTHSCI 3AH3, ANTHROP 3Y03, HTHAGE 3YY3/4R03 and INDIGST 4HH3.
Introduction to Sociology 3e
Introduction to Sociology 3e aligns to the topics and objectives of many introductory sociology courses. It is arranged in a manner that provides foundational sociological theories and contexts, then progresses through various aspects of human and societal interactions. The new edition is focused on driving meaningful and memorable learning experiences related to critical thinking about society and culture.
Includes: Key terms, section summaries, section quizzes, short answer questions, answer key, and instructor resources (assessment banks, answer guide and PowerPoint slides).
May suit: SOCIOL 1Z03 and HLTHAGE 1AA3/1BB3.
Individual and Family Development, Heath and Well-being
This book provides an overview of lifespan developmental tasks (physical, cognitive, language, social, emotional) examined from individual and family theoretical perspectives. It covers topics related to families, diversity, individual and family health and well-being, and reciprocal relationships as affected by external factors.
Includes: Video examples, summaries, interactive (Try It) activities and reflection (Think it Over) questions.
May suit: HTHAGE 2BB3/4I03 and PSYCH 3GG3/3JJ3.
Human Development LibreTexts
A collection of open textbooks, assignments, and other educational resources on human development.