Disrupting Ageism : From Theory to Practice.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Gendron, Tracey.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Ageism.

Age discrimination.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (558 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Chantilly : Elsevier Science & Technology, 2025.

Summary:

Disrupting Ageism: From Theory to Practice delves deep into the issue of ageism in society, guiding readers through an eye-opening journey.Part One explores the influence of ageism on physical and brain health, identity, and trauma, while highlighting its intersection with other forms of discrimination, such as ableism.

Contents:

Front Cover

Disrupting Ageism: From Theory to Practice

Copyright Page

Contents

List of contributors

1 Ageism in society: impact

1 Introduction to ageism

Introduction

The evolving definition of ageism

Levels of ageism

Tripartite model of ageism: stereotypes, attitudes, and behavior

Age stereotypes

Attitudes toward aging and personal aging anxiety

Ageist language and behaviors

Theoretical frameworks for ageism

Microlevel ageism theories

The stereotype content model

Terror management theory

Stereotype embodiment theory

Mesolevel ageism theories

Social identity theory

Intergenerational conflict theory

Relational ageism theory

Macrolevel ageism theories

Modernization theory

Political economy theory of aging

Institutional Anomie Theory

Other theoretical considerations concerning ageism

Ecological systems framework

The intersection between ageism and ableism

Generational ageism

Ageism in the workplace

Ageism measurement tools

Conclusion

References

2 Age perceptions and physical health: implications for physiology, function, and well-being

Introduction/a note from the author

Defining physical health and aging

Effect of ageism on health and performance

Challenges in biogerontological research

Physiological implications

Physiological stress response

Telomere length and cellular aging

Oxidative stress and its effects

DNA and aging

Stem cell exhaustion

Physical function

Health conditions and hospitalizations

Cardiovascular events

Falls

Function and rehabilitation

Grip strength

Walking speed

Longevity

Psychological health

Ageism and chronic stress

Ageism and mental health

Reported quality of life and subjective well-being.

Participation in health-related behaviors

Summary

AI disclosure

3 Ageism and brain health

Introduction: brain health, disease, and trajectory effects

Bioecological model as a framework for brain health and ageism

Risk factors

Cognitive functioning

Intersectionality of racism, ageism, and brain health

The impact of ageism on dementia caregiving

Affiliate stigma and courtesy stigma among dementia caregiving

Strategies to support dementia caregivers and combat ageism

Interventions: ageism and brain health

Conclusions

Discussion questions

4 Trauma and ageism: intersections of harm across the lifespan

Trauma through the lens of lifespan model of development

Defining trauma

Developmental trauma: adverse childhood experiences

Historical (generational trauma)

Trauma and ageism

Ageism as a traumatic experience

Ageism as a barrier to recovery, healing, and growth

Applying the concepts of ageism and trauma

Rose's story continued

Tools for the journey

Person-centered and trauma-informed approaches

Toward healing-centered engagement

Narrative care approaches

Recommendations for research, practice, and policy

5 Cumulative disadvantage, ageism, and intersectionality

Introduction to gerontological theories

Cumulative advantage/disadvantage theory

Cumulative advantage/disadvantage theory and intersectionality

Intersectionality

The social determinants of health

Social stratification

Differential exposure

Differential vulnerability

Differential consequences

Ageism and intersectionality

Gendered ageism

Gendered ageism and …

Ageism or is it ableism?

What is ableism?

Age and disability

Aging with a disability

The Intersection of ageism and ableism.

Age categories

Successful aging

Racism

Racism and classism

Racism and socioeconomic status as intersecting social determinants of health

Differential risk and exposure across racial and ethnic groups

The consequences of racial inequities in later life

Aging at the intersection: race, ethnicity, and later life

What do the elders think? Perspectives on ageism and racism

Ageism, racism, and …

Heterosexism

How social determinants shape health and well-being in LGBTQIA+ lives

A lifetime of discrimination: an accumulation of disadvantage for LGBTQIA+ elders

The consequences of a lifetime of discrimination

Growing old in the LGBTQIA+ community

Intersectionality: triple jeopardies and beyond

Human rights approach

An introduction to human rights and the global system

The rights of older adults are falling between the cracks

A whole-of-society approach

From theory to practice

A healing-centered approach to address discrimination and oppression

Healing-centered engagement

Narrative approach

Recommendations for practice

Individual level

Interpersonal level

Embody respect for all

See and hear people wholeheartedly

The power of small stories

The power of big stories

Community level

Wider socio-political level

Learning activity

Same age, different paths: a case of cumulative disadvantage in later life

6 Ageism hurts: studying the intersection of ageism and elder mistreatment

Elder abuse

Theoretical framework on elder abuse and ageism

The individual

Relationships

The community

Society

Case studies

Case 1: Sarah

Case 2: Joe

Case 3: Monte

Case 4: June

Conclusion and call to action

2 Ageism in society: solutions

7 Ageism in healthcare

Introduction.

The costs of ageism in healthcare

Theoretical framework for ageism in healthcare

Structural ageism in healthcare

Age discrimination in access to services or treatment

Healthcare infrastructure and technology

Exclusion of older adults in clinical trials

Healthcare professional and patient (interpersonal) ageism

Clinical ageism

Elderspeak/Communication

Ageism in health professions training/education

Internalized ageism

Case study

Reflective prompt questions

8 Industrialism and ageism

Setting the theoretical stage introduction: what is industry?

Theoretical foundation of ageism and industry

Capitalism

Neoliberalism: the government's relationship to the private market

Industrial Revolution: economic and social changes

Health and human services Elizabethan era-modern day

The government's role in meeting basic needs

Emphasis on efficiency

The Western Industrial Revolution changed how we work

Older adults as a "problem"

Shifting industry: healthcare and profit

Health care in the 20th century: prioritizing profit

Social Security Act of 1935

Hill-Burton Act of 1946

Profiting of eldercare

An alternative to nursing homes

The rise of assisted living

Nursing homes and assisted living: 1985-2025

Reflection questions

Roleplay/Debate

Policy mapping exercise

Interesting fact

9 Ageism in media, entertainment, and culture

Theoretical framework

Ageism in digital news and media

Ageism in film and entertainment

History of gendered ageism in film and entertainment

Gendered ageism in film and entertainment today

Ageism and gendered ageism in television

Culture and commerce: the antiaging industry

Historical context of ageism in beauty.

Impact of ageism on consumers (reduction to appearance)

Evolution of antiaging

Tula's "Ageless" product category and #embraceyourage

The anti-antiaging campaign

#TheFaceOf10

Call to action

Ageism mindfulness exercise

10 Vigilant efforts: combating ageism in US policy

A culture of ageism produces ageist policy

Theory as a tool for transformational thinking

Political economy theory

Complex systems theory

Power theory

Defining ageism and ableism in a policy context

The intersection of ageism and ableism

Benevolent and hostile ageism

Ageism and ableism in public policy

The Social Security Act of 1935

The Food Stamp Act of 1964

Older Americans Act of 1965

Social Security Amendments of 1965 (Medicare and Medicaid Act of 1965)

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967

Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990

Olmstead v. L.C., US Supreme Court decision 1999 (Olmstead)

Elder Justice Act of 2010

Best practice: elder advocacy

Reflective activity for elder advocates: sustaining your health and well-being

Looking ahead

3 Ageism in society: settings

11 Disrupting ageism with intergenerational programming

What do we mean by intergenerational programming, and what is it?

Essential elements of intergenerational programming

Intergenerational versus generational programming

How intergenerational programs combat ageism

Theoretical foundation

Contact theory

Education about aging

Positive Education about Aging and Contact Experiences model

Building empathy

Extended contact theory

Change in attitude as outcomes of intergenerational programs

Types of intergenerational programs

Older adults and the young sharing sites

Intergenerational day centers.

Intergenerational housing programs.

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ISBN:

0-443-33828-0

9780443338281

OCLC:

1555348668