Dr Sabina Brennan
Ageism is a prejudice against older people because they are old, and while racism and sexism is now regarded as politically incorrect, ageism seems to slide under the radar.
While the main thrust of this talk is ageism, Sabina will first explore what ageing is to get people thinking about the factors beyond the number of years since birth that influence how well or how badly we age. Then she will move on to ageism and finally finish with what actions we and others can take to tackle ageism including self-ageism
Ageism can affect anyone at any age but my talk will focus on ageism towards older adults.
Ageism is the most common form of prejudice, more tolerated than racism or sexism.
Ageism leads to discrimination, inequaity, stereotyping and prejudicial actions and practices.
Ageism impacts on health, health care and treatment.
Older people are less likely to be given the same medical treatment as younger adults even when it is likely to be just as effective.
Ageism is a major barrier to the human rights of older people - Older people don't deserve more or less respect than younger people but they are entitled to the same rights as everyone else