Monday, January 2, 2012
How Do We Get Past Ageism?
1. Identify the myths and mis-information.
Recognize the myths about aging and negative attitudes about older adults. Start challenging the myths. There are many erroneous
Monday, January 2, 2012
How Do We Get Past Ageism?
1. Identify the myths and mis-information.
Recognize the myths about aging and negative attitudes about older adults. Start challenging the myths. There are many erroneous beliefs in our society - e.g. that older adults' lives are less valuable and older adults are less deserving of having their rights respected; that older adults feel emotional pain less or do not have sexual feelings; or that older adults are largely responsible for growing health care or other social costs.