PSYC12H3 Chapter Notes - Chapter 7: Gerontophobia, Industrial Revolution, Nuclear Family
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Two types of ageism: benign ageism: a subtle type of prejudice that arises out of one"s conscious and unconscious fears and anxiety of growing old. More common than malignant ageism: malignant ageism: a more negative stereotyping process in which older people are regarded as worthless. Two major types of negative communication: overaccommodation: a type of behavior by younger individuals toward older persons, in which the younger person is overly polite and speaks louder and in simpler sentences. Associated with the stereotype that older people have hearing problems, decreasing intellect, and slower cognitive functioning: baby talk: a simplified speech register with exaggerated intonation. When directed at pets, children, or inanimate objects, it"s called primary baby talk. When directed at older persons, it"s referred to as secondary baby talk. Associated with the stereotype that all older persons have deficits in cognitive abilities.
