Awakening Canadians to ageism: a study protocol

• Main Authors: Sherry Dahlke (Author), Kathleen F. Hunter (Author), Mary T. Fox (Author), Sandra Davidson (Author), Nicole Perry (Author), Laura Tamblyn Watts (Author), Lori Schindel Martin (Author), Jeffrey I. Butler (Author), Christy Raymond (Author), Alison L. Chasteen (Author), Lynn McCleary (Author), Veronique Boscart (Author), Elaine Moody (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2021-10-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Making fun of growing older is considered socially acceptable, yet ageist humour reinforces negative stereotypes that growing old is linked with physical and mental deterioration, dependence, and less social value. Such stereotypes and discrimination affect the wellbeing of older...