What are some other social problems that affect the aging population?

Task #1: Watch the TEDTalk by Ashton Applewhite titled, “Let’s end ageism.” Website: Let’s end ageism | Ashton Applewhite – YouTube
Task #2: Watch the video clip by the Movement Advancement Project titled, “Aging as LGBT: Two Stories.” Website: Aging as LGBT: Two Stories – YouTube
Task #3 Instructions: After reading Chapter 6, reviewing the Chapter 6 Lecture Notes, please fully answer the following prompt in its entirety:
In your own words, define ageism.
How do different groups of older individuals experience ageism?
In what ways does our society need to provide greater support for our swelling older population?
Explain the causes and consequences of ageism.
What are some other social problems that affect the aging population? Briefly discuss at least four examples from Chapter 6.
What are some ways in which the mass media (e.g., advertising, television, and movies) reflect ageist attitudes?
Are there any advertisements you have seen that seem to conflate (lump) a whole age group together? If so, what are the names of the advertisements? Which products or services are they advertising or selling?
Why is ageism harmful to people and to wider society as a whole? What can society do to remedy ageism?
What does Ashton Applewhite propose as solutions to combat ageism? Explain.
Tip: Be sure to integrate evidence from either the text or lecture notes and all chosen prompt option materials to substantiate your work.
Chapter 6 Readings on the website: Chapter 6: Aging and Ageism – Social Problems (umn.edu)
Cite all the resources mentioned.

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