@agepositively92 Good question, Lena! Hollywood has a real habit of having much younger actresses in particular play an older individual. #AdvocacyinAging2024
Not many are aware, but research has shown those with negative age beliefs tend to show worse overall health. Keep this in mind when you consider your relationship with the aging population! #AdvocacyinAging2024
@mmicha1713 This post deeply highlights the ageism found in discourse on exercise and social media. Older individuals have no less of a right to be in the gym.
@HollyR73240 Super important we remember to do this Holly. It’s impossible to create a solution to a problem without the voice of those experiencing it.
It’s very eye-opening to think how much sexism transcends into ageism. Old men with gray hair are considered wise, that is not the same for most women. Older men are sometimes depicted as still being attractive, whereas again, woman do not get the same. #AvocacyinAging2024
@annasanadvocate Hey Anna! I love the interdisciplinary theme of your tweet in regards to aging. Disability/ability is another huge one I can think of, especially considering that aging can have natural effects on our physical and mental health. #AdvocacyinAging2024
@MartiWebb61 This is awesome, Marti. Thanks for sharing. Really demonstrates how much of a role our focus on keeping our cognitive abilities strong later in life can play a role. #AdvocacyinAging2024
Trends on social media like the “Lipzi Glass Straw” that promote ways of avoiding wrinkles further promote the idea that natural aging is something to avoid. Let aging happen! It is one of the most natural things we go through as humans. #AdvocacyinAging2024
Did you know that research estinates about 93.4% of adults aged 50-80 regularly experience ageism? This number is alarmingly high. It’s important to call out this behavior when you see it #AdvocacyinAging2024
When you hear someone make an ageist statement, it is important to let them know this is not okay. If we choose to speak up we can make a difference in everyday ageism. #AdvocacyinAging2024
Politics aside, one of the biggest issues in the debate between a Trump or Biden presidency is the argument that either one should not be voted for because of their age. Politics is no place for ageism, and we should do our best to keep it that way. #AdvocacyinAging2024
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Age should not be a factor in whether or not an individual should be hired for a job. If the prospect is able to get the job done, no other demographic should matter. That is discrimination! #AdvocacyinAging2024
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Why does our society automatically associate aging with a lack of beauty? In 2024, I would love to see more cosmetics and beauty companies creating advertisements based on the idea that "aging is beautiful". #AdvocacyinAging2024#everybodyisdoingit
“You look good for your age.”
How many times have you heard this? Looking good isn't limited to a specific age! This phrase alone can be considered ageist!
Join the movement and challenge everyday ageism: https://t.co/5pHDUDSoqn
#AgeWithoutLimits#AreYouAgeist#JoinTheMovement