Ageism and adultism identifies the issue of the oppression and marginalization of a group based on their age—be it youth or elders.
Ageism and adultism identifies the issue of the oppression and marginalization of a group based on their age—be it youth or elders. Society assigns expected behaviors founded on historical views on how one should act and present themselves on the basis of their age.
As you read this week\’s chapters, consider your own personal views of ageing and the steps you might take to make yourself look younger. Further, reflect on how the fascination with looking younger in our society is related to ageism and how society views the elderly.
This week, you will analyze the influence of ageism in the case studies. In addition, you submit your presentation on a cultural event you attended in your community.
Learning Objectives
Students will:
Analyze influence of ageism and adultism on clients in case studies
Evaluate diversity awareness through a culturally diverse experience
Recommend strategies for addressing challenges in diversity awareness
Adultism refers to the oppression of young people by adults. The popular saying \”children should be seen and not heard\” is used as a way to remind a child of his or her place and reaffirm the adult\’s power in the relationship. The saying suggests that children\’s voices are not as important or as valid as an adult\’s and they should remain quiet. Children are often relegated to subordinate positions due to socially constructed beliefs about what they can or cannot accomplish or what they should or should not do; this in turn compromises youth\’s self-determination. This oppression is further highlighted when considering the intersection of age with race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and sexual orientation. You will be asked to consider all of these when reviewing the Logan case and Parker case.
By Day 3
Post an analysis of the influence of adultism in the Logan case. Then, explain how gender, race, class, and privilege interact with adultism to influence the family\’s discourse related to Eboni\’s pregnancy as well as other family dynamics.
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