Ageism: Negative and Positive, 2nd EditionIn this updated edition, Palmore provides a comprehensive review of many different forms of ageismóincluding the interesting notion of positive ageism, which projects onto the elderly as a group traditional virtues like wisdom and thrift. He discusses both the individual and social influences on attitudes toward the aged; analyzes institutional patterns of ageism; and explores ways to used to reduce the impact of ageism on the elderly. This book is a valuable resource and text for students and professionals interested in the sociology of aging in our society. OLD COPY: |
Contents
Introduction and Basic Definitions | 3 |
Types of Ageism | 43 |
Individual Sources of Ageism | 61 |
Copyright | |
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