What is Ageism?
Definition of Ageism?
Prejudice or discrimination based on someone’s age.
What is the opposite of ageism
Youngism
Who is affected by ageism?
Older Workers
An old man is applying for a job as an engineer. He is the only person who applied (with qualification), yet they don't accecpt him. Would this action be ageist?
Yes, this would be intentional ageism, as the employer assumed that because of his age, he cannot be productive.
Who does ageism impact?
Ageism mainly impacts people over the age of 65.
What are elders being labed as?
Old, Grumpy, Weak, Old fasioned, Senile and boring
Does ageism only affect older people?
No, ageism can affect both older and younger people.
A man and his wife recently turned 64 and are going on a trip on a full buss. When a young man sees them, he eagerly give up his seat for them. Would this action be ageist?
Though it could be considered ageist, it would most likely be unintentional.
List a benefit of the aging population?
Aging can encompass many qualities such as wisdom and knowledge
Who invented ageism? Dr. Robert Butler or Dr. Varughese
Dr. Robert Butler
About what percentage of people experience ageism at work. More than 75% or less than 75%
More than 75%
An 89 year old man walks into a gym and starts to walk a few laps. A small group of younger men noticed him and started to ask him questions like, "how are you able to walk at that age"? Would this be ageist?
Yes, the small group of men are making fun of his age.
What is an example of ageism?
Catering for eldery as children when they are able to do things on their own.
What is denied opportunities for ageism?
When they don't hire people eldely people for any jobs.
This group is often underserved when their medical concerns are dismissed as simply "getting older."
Elderly Patients
A girl was at the Cancer institute with her 80 year old mom, who was undergoing treatment for stage 4 cancer. She was sick and spoke slowly, but she was alert and knew what was going on. The doctor came to discuss treatment options. He asked his questions to the girl, even though her mom was right there. Would this be ageist?
Yes, it could be considered ageist.
What are the bad effects of ageism on elderly?
Ageism can cause poorer physical and mental health, increased social isolation and also loneliness.
Aproximatly what percentage of elderly report daily ageism.
90% - 97%
What is interpersonal ageism?
When somebody feels that another person assumed that they were having trouble using technology, seeing, hearing, understanding or remembering.
A 17 year old boy was driving alone at 2AM when a cop pulled him over for being to young. Would this be ageist?
No, this would not be ageist because you must be over the age of 19 to drive alone.