The types of ageism that were examined for the present study included unfair treatment of the old, as well as two categories of beliefs that are learned from society: negative stereotypes about old ...

Ageism has been recognized as a global problem leading to poorer health, isolation, and workplace discrimination toward people based on their age. Consequently, there are several tools that measure ...

During my years as a credentialed care manager, I have frustratingly encountered the five main types of ageism on many occasions. However, now being exposed to it as a daughter was a perspective I ...

Ageism is a type of bias toward people of a certain age. Younger and older people can be targets for ageism in their everyday lives. Speaking out against ageism is a powerful way to stop the bias.

New Haven, Conn. -- Ageism -- a widespread form of prejudice that is directed at older persons -- led to excess costs of $63 billion for a broad range of health conditions during one year in the ...

1. Rethink hiring for culture fit. To create an age-inclusive workplace, don’t ask whether a candidate would mesh well with your existing team or is just like everyone else. Ask how they can ...

Previous research by Levy and her colleagues has shown that ageism adversely affects the health of older persons because it can create stress, which has been shown to impact many types of health ...