Encyclopedia of Ageism

The Encyclopedia of Ageism is a comprehensive review of over 125 aspects of ageism, alphabetically arranged for easy access. Written by 60 experts on these topics, each entry in this text contains references for further information. The book provides an alphabetical list of the entries, a detailed index, and a list of the entries categorized by subject, to help you find what you need fast. This resource is designed to increase awareness about the many facets of ageism and provide a wealth of concepts, theories, and facts. It exposes the many faces of dehumanization through the elder neglect and prejudice that results from today's worldwide youth-oriented culture. The book is a valuable guide for anyone working with older people and for older people themselves.