HLTHAGE 1BB3 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: Social Rejection, History Of Arda, Ageism
29 Sep 2013
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Social structures: relatively stable patterns of social interactions. Aging is universal thus, we are concerned about learning it. There are 2 views: how aging affects individuals, how aging population will change society. Recognize the social, political, cultural contexts in which older people live. Critical gerontologists argue that number of seniors is not the basic problem but it is that the increase is taking place in a society that devalues the elderly: myths and realities of aging. Stereotyping and prejudice towards older people (65+) is very common. Stereotypes: one-sided, exaggerated and prejudiced view of a type of person/group. Some basis of truth, but are distorted and lead to discrimination. (negative or positive) Prejudice: being biased against someone or something (neg. judgment before knowing facts) Discrimination: unfair treatment of a person or group based on prejudice. Stereotypes lead to misjudgment, mistreatment, negative attitudes, discrimination and prejudice.
