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Topic- Ageism
Social media messages can curb stereotypes of aging
Negative stereotypes of aging are widespread, and positive psychoeducation could play a role in reducing these beliefs, according to the authors of a new study from Spain. At the core of the issue is ageism, defined as "discrimination based on age encompassing stereotypes and discrimination against individuals or groups due to their age," they write.
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WHO accelerates interventions to prevent older abuse
The scarcity of evidence-based interventions for preventing and responding to the abuse of older people (ages 60 and older, per the UN definition) is an important global issue, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Given the lack of quality research, in 2022, WHO initiated a priority-setting exercise and convened a 50-member group of experts and stakeholders from across the world to identify promising interventions. The selected interventions are now in an easily accessible database, and this study provides details on which interventions were included in this first phase of the initiative, why and how.
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Generational AI targets aging populations
Based on discussions with leaders in equity, AI, and aging, and additional research, "Generational AI: Digital inclusion for aging populations," recently published by the Atlantic Council/GeoTech Center, outlines the unique considerations for older adults within the AI lifecycle, barriers to digital inclusion that older adults experience regarding AI and suggested near- and long-term solutions to advance digital inclusion and mitigate biases against older adults, while supporting practical AI innovation, AI policy, and healthy aging. It's a fascinating read for context on why and how older adults need to be involved in AI development.
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Does trying to look younger curb ageism?
Every year, millions of older Americans, including active-aging residents and members, spend money and time trying to look younger than they are -- coloring graying hair, buying anti-balding products, using teeth whiteners and wrinkle fillers, and more.
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Stats: Only 9% of sport and exercise science studies include older women
Action is urgently needed to address the dearth of older women in sport and exercise science, not only for the sake of the growing numbers of female athletes, but for women's health in general, a group of international researchers urged in an editorial, published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. Additional research in this area will also inform active-aging community management and perhaps offer opportunities for collaboration.
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Stats: 37% of older adults get potentially inappropriate medications
Researchers have found that the use of potentially inappropriate medications (PIMs) among older adults is "widespread" globally, and significantly in North America, as well as elsewhere. A PIM is a drug for which the potential adverse risks may exceed any expected benefits. Management of life plan, assisted living, and memory communities have an additional reason to make sure their residents are taking only appropriate medications.
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