The discipline concerned with the study of the social aspects of aging is known as:
A) social aging
B) aging chronology
C) ageology
D) elder studies
E) social gerontology

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Social gerontology is the discipline that studies the social aspects of aging, including topics such as social roles, relationships, and attitudes towards aging. Option A (social aging) is a term used to describe the way society perceives and treats older adults, but it is not the name of a specific discipline. Option B (aging chronology) and option C (ageology) are not recognized terms or disciplines. Option D (elder studies) may encompass a broader range of topics beyond social aspects of aging.

The Discipline Concerned with the Study of the Social Aspects