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Myths and stereotypes abound for many reasons. In chapter 1 of your text, you read a bit about some of the characteristics of our societies’ view of aging. You also explored a bit about some of the deeper characteristics linked to race, culture, socioeconomic status and gender. In this activity you will be applying some of what you have learned by what you have observed the world around you and reporting back what you have seen, and then discussion and comparing observations with your classmates. This discussion board has two parts. This discussion board has a due date that includes time your initial “reply”, and your responses to two classmates.Â
Part 1 – Instructions:Â
In your community or from a recent remembrance/observation for your initial “reply” describe your observations of older adults and report back on what you saw, heard, and experienced or remember. Include all of the following:
What are some of the challenges you notice older adults experiencing while they go about daily life?
How were elderly people treated by other shoppers and the store personnel or in a doctor’s office or other business?
Did you notice any occasions were you saw one of the myths or stereotypes related to aging were present in reality (elders actions, treatment of older adults, portrayal in ads or media)?
How accessible was the store, doctor’s office, or other business for an older adult? For example, was it wheel chair or walker accessible? Was there adequate and readable signage, lighting? Were there places to sit if needed?Â
Finally, describe one personally significant experience from this exercise and relate it directly back to something you read in chapter 1-2