Contemporary Perspectives on Ageism

This open access book provides a comprehensive perspective on the concept of ageism,its origins, the manifestation and consequences of ageism, as well as ways to respondto and research ageism. The book represents a collaborative effort of researchersfrom over 20 countries and a variety of disciplines, including, psychology, sociology,gerontology, geriatrics, pharmacology, law, geography, design, engineering, policy andmedia studies. The contributors have collaborated to produce a truly stimulating andeducating book on ageism which brings a clear overview of the state of the art in thefield. The book serves as a catalyst to generate research, policy and public interest inthe field of ageism and to reconstruct the image of old age and will be of interest toresearchers and students in gerontology and geriatrics.