ADULTHOOD AND DEATH

Late Adulthood and Death

Late Adulthood and Death

Introduction

Late adulthood is a chunk of person's life when he faces a multitude of physical, mental, and emotions hurdles. During this stage of adulthood, older adults remain socially active and independent rather than subjecting themselves to isolation and withdrawal. To cope up with these challenges and the stenotypes of ageism, he must formulate a plan for livening healthy. Late adulthood is a time of reflection, enjoying friends, family, and grandchildren, and maintaining health in preparation for the final years of the lifespan.

Nevertheless, as more aging adults continue to live healthy, socially active lives and maintain important family roles, it is important to refrain from stereotypical thought and the negativity of ageism, which can contribute to their premature decline. It is immensely beneficial for an individual to have an appropriate level of social interactions as he approaches death. Although, genetics play a significant role in the quality of life during these final years, individuals who modify destructive lifestyles and embark on healthier options will experience an improvement in their health and sense of well being.

The Concept of Ageism

Many manifestations of ageism, in fact, affect the young people too. However, Western culture values ??things like productivity, strength or beauty. Western societies have a strong passion for youth. Ageism includes all forms of discrimination, segregation, and contempt that are based on age. According to the Glossary Site Stop Discrimination published by the European Union, ageism is a bias against a person or group because of the age (Arnett, 2004).

The term ageism was coined in the 1969, in United States by the gerontologist, Robert Butler, especially with reference to discrimination affecting older people and is used today for all those who are victims of any age chunks. Among the most disturbing manifestations of ageism in present discrimination is represented for employment (thirty deemed "too young" forties deemed "too old") access to training; access to certain types of aid (a disabled person over age 60 has less aid than a disabled person under 60 years) or certain treatments.

Stereotypes

Ageism generally does not raise much attention, but it has a significant impact on the lives of older people. It influence an individual by the effect of negative attitudes that they may encounter personally and as a result of the influence that is depicted in policies, programs, and texts. Policies and government programs can be influenced by subtle ageism and reflect stereotypes. The elderly are victims of a diverse range of stereotypes and biases. There are a multitude of ageism biases and stereotypes the elderly people face (Sinnott, Cavanaugh, 1991).

Many people perceive that the older people lack flexibility and, they do not like change or learn easily. The elderly are chronically ill or they are living at the expense of others, and they no longer bring any positive returns society. The elderly are a burden to their families, their loved ones, and for society as a whole. Older people are depressed, isolated, and on the verge of ...