Disrupting Ageism: From Theory to Practice

Disrupting Ageism: From Theory to Practice delves deep into the issue of ageism in society, guiding readers through an eye-opening journey. Part One explores the influence of ageism on physical and brain health, identity, and trauma, while highlighting its intersection with other forms of discrimination, such as ableism. Through poignant anecdotes and thought-provoking research, the book underscores the distressing reality of ageism's role in instances of abuse. Part Two focuses on solutions to break the shackles of ageism, uncovering its subtleties in healthcare, industry, and media. It also dissects the portrayal of older adults, policy, politics, and law.Part Three emphasizes intergenerational programming, adult education, and the power of individual narratives in reshaping perceptions, fostering meaningful social connections, and addressing broader societal factors that contribute to loneliness.- Provides evidence that is grounded in gerontological theory, the evidence-based and gerontological practice- Addresses topics including how ageism intersects with other forms of oppression, how ageism is a form of trauma, and how ageism can be related to abuse in later life- Presents an examination of solutions to combat ageism in various domains of society- Focuses on the construction of elderhood, both at the societal and individual levels

About the Author

Tracey Gendron, PhD, is a professor and Chair of the Department of Gerontology and the Executive Director of the Virginia Center on Aging at Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Gendron has a Master of Science in Gerontology, a Master of Science in Psychology, and a doctorate in Developmental Psychology. She is also the author of the book Ageism Unmasked: Exploring Age Bias and How to End it. Her research is focused on the language, expression, and perpetuation of ageism and aging anxiety as well as on elderhood as a stage of development.