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Peer reviewedAlmerico, Gina M.; Fillmer, H. Thompson – Reading, 1989
Reviews research on the portrayal of the elderly in United States print media. Finds that children are learning subtle stereotypes of the elderly. Offers recommendations to editors, publishers, writers, illustrators, and teachers to help children develop more realistic attitudes toward both the elderly and the aging process. (RS)
Descriptors: Age Discrimination, Aging Education, Basal Reading, Childrens Literature
Peer reviewedGrant, Lynda D. – Health & Social Work, 1996
Reviews literature to support the contention that misconceptions about the aging process have a detrimental effect on healthy aging. Seeks to demonstrate how stereotyping can affect the shape and nature of programs for elderly people. Argues that for long-lasting change to occur, service providers need to target these negative attitudes in…
Descriptors: Adult Development, Age, Age Discrimination, Aging (Individuals)
