Essay: The Stigma of Aging
Due Thursday, March 30
In many cultures, great status is achieved as one moves their way through successive achievements in life. Age in these cultures is highly acclaimed. In American culture where youth is prized, aging is stigmatized.
In this essay, (1) discuss the ways that aging is stigmatized in American culture. Look to the reading in the blog post, the film-Away From Her, popular culture and current events for areas of analysis. (2 In light if this, what kinds of older adults are acceptable and what do we fear about aging? (3) Next, explore the ways that aging is “covered” in attempts to avoid stigmatization.
In this essay, (1) discuss the ways that aging is stigmatized in American culture. Look to the reading in the blog post, the film-Away From Her, popular culture and current events for areas of analysis. (2 In light if this, what kinds of older adults are acceptable and what do we fear about aging? (3) Next, explore the ways that aging is “covered” in attempts to avoid stigmatization.
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