Have you heard of the fountain of youth? Surely, some of you might have. Unfortunately, it is no more than a wishful thinking myth. To every person in this whole world, aging is an inevitable natural phenomenon that humans have to embrace. As a matter of fact, the advancement of medical treatment and technology has undeniably extended the life expectancy of humans, albeit being able to live a little longer, would they be able to lead easy lives that they deserve? It is tragic to break this out to you, no, they would not. As people ripen into their middle years, in many parts of the world, they will mostly fall victim to ageism-the discrimination and prejudice toward people based on their age, which unquestionably impacts their quality of life, their job prospects, relations with others, and their families. As researchers have discovered that in the United States, elderly discrimination has never been a scarce issue, which can be classified into distinctive criteria, such as the injustice in workplace, in society, and in households, shamelessly.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Discrimination on Elders in America
- Workplace Discrimination
- Elder Abuse and Neglect in Society
- Abuse by Family Members
- The Challenges of Aging in America
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This text explores the issue of ageism in America, focusing on how discrimination and prejudice toward older adults impact their quality of life, job prospects, relationships, and overall well-being.
- Ageism in the Workplace
- Elder Abuse and Neglect
- Financial Exploitation of Seniors
- Social Isolation and Family Neglect
- The Consequences of Unchecked Ageism
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Discrimination on Elders in America: This chapter introduces the concept of ageism and its pervasive nature in American society. It discusses the various forms of ageism, including workplace discrimination, social exclusion, and neglect within families.
- Workplace Discrimination: This chapter examines the specific challenges faced by older job applicants and workers. It highlights instances of age-based bias in hiring, promotions, and the emergence of early retirement policies.
- Elder Abuse and Neglect in Society: This chapter focuses on the vulnerability of elderly individuals to abuse and neglect within communities and institutions. It explores instances of physical, emotional, and financial exploitation, as well as the role of healthcare professionals and caretakers.
- Abuse by Family Members: This chapter delves into the tragic reality of elder abuse occurring within families. It reveals cases of emotional, verbal, and physical abuse by children, spouses, and other relatives, often stemming from financial motivations or emotional stress.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This text delves into the multifaceted issue of ageism in America, focusing on the impact of discrimination on the elderly in various facets of their lives. The core concepts explore workplace discrimination, elder abuse and neglect, financial exploitation, social isolation, and family neglect. These key themes highlight the urgent need to address ageism and its detrimental consequences on the well-being and dignity of older adults.
- Quote paper
- Auriane Sauv (Author), 2018, Discrimination on Elders in America, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/418721
