Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper, based on the Week One readings, on the field of gerontology in which you describe the following:

• Briefly describe the study and field of gerontology.
  • Identify the different disciplines involved in the field of gerontology.
• How will Baby Boomers change our views about aging?
• If we lived in an age-irrelevant society, would there be a better opportunity for optimistic aging?
• Identify major myths and stereotypes associated with aging.

Include at least 2 peer-reviewed, scholarly, or similar articles to support your findings.

Format your paper according to APA guidelines.