Ageism in America



Author: ILC-USA Anti-Ageism Task Force
Report Type: ILC Report
Language: English
Pub Date: 2006
Pages: 113
Pub Code: PR06-2006
Price: $9.95 (USD)

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Ageism, the denial of basic human rights of older persons, is one of the most pervasive prejudices across human society. Although ageism is less acknowledged than racism or sexism, it is a harmful prejudice that negatively affects older Americans, who experience widespread mistreatment, ranging from stereotypic and degrading media images to physical and financial abuse, unequal treatment in the workforce, and denial of appropriate medical care and services.

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A. Introduction: Combating Ageism is a Matter of Human and Civil Rights
B. Status Reports of Ageism in America
C. What is Ageism?
D. Creating and Perpetuating Ageism
Social and Cultural Age
Ageism in Media and Marketing
E. Personal and Institutional Ageism
Elder Abuse
Ageism and Health Care
Ageism in the Workplace
Ageism in Emergency Services
F. The Costs of Ageism
G. Conclusion: A Call for Further Research and an Agenda for Action

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ILC-USA Anti-Ageism Task Force: Robert N. Butler, Kyoung Kim, Michael Curran, Judith Estrine, James Gallagher, Ken Knapp, Christine Nicholson, Nora O'Brien

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