When many people think of Latin Americans immediately they may refer to mariachis, poor countries, corrupt governments, exotic foods and maybe they may know one or two presidents. According to Merriam Webster, the definition of Latin American is: all the people from Spanish America and Brazil.
Key differentiators between Gerontology and Geriatrics. 1  Gerontology deals with the entire ageing process in individuals whereas Geriatrics concentrates only the ageing process of older adults.  Gerontology is a multidisciplinary field of study where as Geriatrics is a part of the internal medicine.
Gerontology is the study of medical, mental, and social aspects associated with aging. Individuals with master's degrees in gerontology or related degrees such as public policy, public administration, health services, healthcare administration, social services, or public health are able to apply their gerontological knowledge to policies and programs within the government and/or local communities.