Life in a World for All Ages: From a Utopic Idea to a Reality

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Abstract

Ageism is defined as stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination toward people because of their age. Although ageism can be directed toward both young and old and can be both positive and negative, this paper reviews the negative manifestations and consequences of ageism toward older adults in policy, politics, the urban environment, the healthcare system, and the individual-intra-psychic level. Obstacles to and opportunities for reducing and potentially eliminating ageism are discussed. This review is intended to instigate interest and motivation in researchers, policy stakeholders, and the general public to change the way we think, feel, and act in order to live in a world for all ages, in which old age is no longer seen as a burden or a barrier.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)39-67
Number of pages29
JournalJournal of Elder Policy (JEP)
Volume1
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Jun 2020

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