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The invisible prejudice that discriminates against older adults
Product: Book
Trim size in cm: 11x17cm
Pages: 192
ISBN: 9791259821454
Publication date: 01/03/2025
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A silent yet devastating form of discrimination that affects older adults, limiting their rights and diminishing their role in society: this is ageism. In this insightful essay, Marco Trabucchi delves deep into the phenomenon, revealing how prejudice and stereotypes fuel social exclusion. Through critical analysis and concrete proposals, he offers ways to challenge this mindset and build a more inclusive society, where ageing is experienced with dignity and respect.
Introduction
1. The Reality of a Longer Life: Demographics and Epidemiology of Ageing
2. The Culture of Our Time and the Crisis of Community
3. Ageism in the Family
4. Ageism in Everyday Life
5. Ageism and Older Adults’ Health
6. Ageism and Dementia
7. A Future Without a Future for Older Adults?
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