Article Review: Current Issues in Aging

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Prior to beginning work on this assignment, read Chapter 7: Gerontology: Human Services with Older Adults. In addition, find an article within the University of Arizona Global Campus Library or from the Recommended Resources listed for this course addressing the current issue of the aging adult. The aging population has issues such as being a parenting grandparent, depression, elder abuse, exposure to ageism, dementia (and levels of care), what constitutes successful aging, non-traditional and traditional retirement, aging and healthcare costs, and substance abuse in aging.

In your paper,

• Summarize the article.
• Discuss the service delivery explored in the article.
• Examine how human service professionals are addressing the issues identified with the aging population in the article.
• Analyze the recommendations for service delivery as outlined in the article.

The Article Review: Current Issues in Aging paper

• Must be three to four double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) based on an article from 2011 to present and formatted according to APA Style as outlined in the Writing Center’s APA StyleLinks to an external site.
• Must include a separate title page with the following:

• Title of paper (bold and with a space between the title and the rest of the information)
• Student’s name, followed by institution name (“University of Arizona Global Campus”)
• Course name and number
• Instructor’s name
• Date submitted

For further assistance with the formatting and the title page, refer to APA Formatting for Word 2013Links to an external site..

• Must utilize academic voice. See the Academic VoiceLinks to an external site.resource for additional guidance.
• Must include an introduction and conclusion paragraph. Your introduction paragraph needs to end with a clear thesis statement that indicates the purpose of your paper.

• For assistance on writing Introductions & ConclusionsLinks to an external site.as well as Writing a Thesis StatementLinks to an external site., refer to the Writing Center resources.
  • Must use at least one scholarly source in addition to the course text.
• The Scholarly, Peer-Reviewed, and Other Credible SourcesLinks to an external site.table offers additional guidance on appropriate source types. If you have questions about whether a specific source is appropriate for this assignment, please contact your instructor. Your instructor has the final say about the appropriateness of a specific source for a particular assignment.
• To assist you in completing the research required for this assignment, view this Library Quick ‘n’ DirtyLinks to an external site.tutorial, which introduces the University of Arizona Global Campus University Library and the research process, and provides some library search tips.
  • Must document any information used from sources in APA Style as outlined in the Writing Center’s APA: Citing Within Your PaperLinks to an external site.
  • Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA Style as outlined in the Writing Center. See the APA: Formatting Your References ListLinks to an external site.resource in the Writing Center for specifications.
    

    Struggling with where to start this assignment? Follow this guide to tackle your assignment easily!

    Writing an article review on current issues in aging involves several structured steps to ensure clarity, coherence, and adherence to academic standards. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you navigate this assignment:​

    1. Understand the Assignment Requirements

    • Review the Prompt: Carefully read the assignment instructions to grasp the objectives, required sections, formatting guidelines, and evaluation criteria.​

    • Identify Key Components: Note the essential elements: summarizing the article, discussing service delivery, examining human service professionals’ roles, and analyzing service delivery recommendations.​

    2. Select an Appropriate Scholarly Article

    • Topic Selection: Choose an article published between 2011 and the present that addresses issues such as grandparenting, depression, elder abuse, ageism, dementia, successful aging, retirement, healthcare costs, or substance abuse among aging adults.​

    • Utilize University Resources: Access the University of Arizona Global Campus Library to find credible and relevant scholarly articles. ​UAGC

    3. Read and Annotate the Article

    • Active Reading: Engage with the text by highlighting key points, arguments, methodologies, findings, and conclusions.​

    • Take Notes: Document significant details that will aid in summarizing and analyzing the article.​

    4. Structure Your Paper

    • Title Page: Format according to APA guidelines, including the title (bolded with a space before the rest of the information), your name, institution (“University of Arizona Global Campus”), course name and number, instructor’s name, and date submitted. ​

    • Introduction:

      • Introduce the topic of the article.​writingcenter.uagc.edu+4writingcenter.uagc.edu+4writingcenter.uagc.edu+4

      • Provide context or background information.​

      • Conclude with a clear thesis statement outlining the purpose of your review.​

    • Article Summary:

      • Present an objective overview of the article’s main points, research questions, methods, findings, and conclusions.​

    • Service Delivery Discussion:

      • Explain the service delivery models or approaches highlighted in the article.​

      • Discuss the effectiveness and challenges associated with these models.​

    • Role of Human Service Professionals:

      • Examine how professionals are addressing the identified issues.​

      • Provide examples or case studies if available.​

    • Analysis of Recommendations:

      • Analyze the article’s recommendations for improving service delivery.​

      • Discuss the feasibility and potential impact of these recommendations.​

    • Conclusion:

      • Summarize the key insights from your review.​

      • Reflect on the implications for practice or further research.​

    5. Adhere to APA Formatting

    • General Formatting:

      • Use 12-point Times New Roman font, double-spacing, and 1-inch margins.​

      • Include page numbers in the header of each page. ​writingcenter.uagc.edu

    • In-Text Citations:

      • Cite sources within your text using the author-date format. For example: (Smith, 2020). ​

    • References Page:

      • Title the page “References” in bold and center it at the top.​writingcenter.uagc.edu+1writingcenter.uagc.edu+1

      • List all sources in alphabetical order with a hanging indent. ​writingcenter.uagc.edu

    6. Utilize Academic Resources

    • Writing Center: Access the UAGC Writing Center for guidance on academic voice, thesis statements, and other writing essentials. ​UAGC+12UAGC+12writingcenter.uagc.edu+12

    • Library Tutorials: Engage with tutorials like “Library Quick ‘n’ Dirty” to enhance your research skills. ​UAGC+2libguides.library.arizona.edu+2ashford.mediaspace.kaltura.com+2

    7. Proofread and Revise

    • Editing: Check for clarity, coherence, and conciseness.​

    • Grammar and Spelling: Use tools or seek assistance to correct errors.​

    • Alignment with Guidelines: Ensure your paper meets all assignment and APA requirements.​

    By following these steps, you can systematically approach your article review on current issues in aging, demonstrating a thorough understanding and critical analysis of the chosen topic.

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