Ageism in the Media : Online Representations of Older People

Xu, Wenqian

doi:10.3384/diss.diva-175019

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“…Hence, it is not surprising that the press releases that bring high-impact neuroimaging findings to the public and policymakers embellish the results [Gonon et al, 2011;Marek et al, 2022]. Sensational representation of neuroimaging evidence for what constitutes a healthy brain in the ageing process contributes to new iconography of older adulthood, which as critical ageing studies have shown, has cultural and practical consequences for older adults [Fraser et al, 2016;Loos, 2018;Morgan, Wiles, Williams & Gott, 2021;Oostlander et al, 2022;Sourbati & Loos, 2019;Xu, 2021;Zhang & Liu, 2021].…”

Section: From Visualizing the Ageing Brain To 'Visual Ageism'mentioning

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A critical perspective on the mediatization of brain imaging and healthy ageing

Khalili-Mahani,

Loos

2023

Journal of Science Communication

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Since the invention of functional brain imaging in the early 1990s, this instrumentally and computationally expensive methodology has captured our interests in visualizing the working mind, especially that of super-ageing brains. Because neuroimaging research is costly, various communication strategies are deployed to increase its visibility and fundraising success. Through a historical perspective on the representation of healthy ageing in the media, we examine the methods of communication (media logic) and the cultural interdependencies between media, research institutions, and health funding politics (mediatization), which magnify the profile of brain imaging in advancing the science of healthy ageing. Examples of hyped messaging about healthy-ageing brains underline the risk of visual ageism — a prejudiced and stereotypical view of what a good or bad older brain looks like. We argue that hyped mediatization can alienate older adults from participating in a line of research that might stigmatize them.

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Section: From Visualizing the Ageing Brain To 'Visual Ageism'mentioning

confidence: 99%

A critical perspective on the mediatization of brain imaging and healthy ageing

Khalili-Mahani,

Loos

2023

Journal of Science Communication

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“…In the realm of cultural gerontology, older adults are classified into two distinct age groups: the young-old (often referred to as third-agers) [ 14 ] and the old-old adults (fourth-agers) [ 15 ]. These age groups are socially constructed and culturally represented across different societies [ 16 ]. Young-old adults are typically perceived as joyful with ample opportunities, while old-old adults are often associated with negative attributes such as incapacity, poverty, and frailty.…”

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Socioeconomic differences in digital inequality among Chinese older adults: Results from a nationally representative sample

Hu,

2024

PLoS ONE

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The current study seeks to investigate digital inequality among older adults in China, specifically examining two socially defined age groups: young-old adults (aged 60–74) and old-old adults (aged 75+). Descriptive statistics and multiple regression were used to examine the prevalence of and identify the factors associated with Internet access, usage (frequency and breadth containing 11 activities), skills, and social support. The study used data from the 2018 China Longitudinal Ageing Social Survey (CLASS) which consisted of 11,419 respondents aged 60 years and older. We found that 40.22% of older adults had access to the Internet, and 18.27% used it regularly. Socioeconomic factors played a crucial role in determining Internet access and usage, with young-old adults with higher education using the Internet more frequently, deliberately, and competently. Those with higher economic status had greater social support to use it, and the old-old adults with higher socioeconomic status were more likely to have Internet access. This study has implications for prioritizing targeted policies and interventions aimed at supporting socioeconomically disadvantaged older adults and ensuring equal opportunities for all to access and benefit from the digital world.

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“…The negative perception of aged care has been attributed to multiple factors, including a negative portrayal of RACF in the media and ongoing negative stereotypes perpetuated within the AEIs that predominantly focus on acute care in hospitals within the nursing education curriculum [20,21], in addition, there is a misperception that RACF placements are only suited for teaching students basic nursing care [6]. Husebø et al [6] argued that signi cant learning, which nurtures the formation of desirable nursing knowledge and attitudes, is possible within RACF; However, potential challenges including poor coordination between some AEIs and RACFs can hinder the full potential of RACF placements in being effective learning environments for preregistration nursing students [6,5].…”

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Facilitators and barriers in Academic-Practice Partnerships (APPs) between Approved Educational Institutions (AEIs) and Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACFs) during pre-registration nursing students’ placements: A scoping review protocol.

Chivaura,

Wilson,

Rainey

et al. 2024

Preprint

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Background Effective Academic-Practice Partnerships (APPs) between Approved Educational Institutions (AEIs) and practice learning partners are essential for enhancing the integration of the theoretical and practical aspects of nursing education. Recent literature regarding nursing student placements in residential aged care facilities (RACFs) highlights the significance of these partnerships, and a need to explore the dynamic partnerships between AEIs and RACFs to better understand their role in improving student experiences and learning outcomes. Despite the recognition of the significance of understanding these APPs, this remains a significant gap in the existing literature. Methods: We will conduct a scoping review to identify facilitators and barriers to maintaining productive APPs between AEI and RACFs during pre-registration nursing student placements. Our research will involve an electronic literature search within: MEDLINE, CINAHL, Web of Science, PsycINFO, and ERIC. Two independent reviewers will screen eligible papers, and a third reviewer will resolve any conflicts based on predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria. Eligible studies must have been published after 1990, and they should specifically address collaborative efforts between AEIs and RACFs in the context of pre-registration nursing student placements in RACFs. Discussion: This scoping review addresses a gap in the literature by exploring the factors that influence APPs in the context of RACF placements. The findings from this review have the potential to guide improvements in pre-registration nursing education by supporting collaborative relationships between AEI and RACFs to enrich how nursing students experience their RACF placements. The review will also empower both clinical and academic educators by giving them a good understanding of what facilitates and hinders collaboration which will empower them to nurture more effective collaborations which would improve their shared capacity to support students. Strengthening the partnerships between AEIs and RACFs can foster a shared vision and enhance the quality of pre-registration nursing education, which can improve the standard of care for RACF residents.

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Ageism in the Media : Online Representations of Older People

Cited by 4 publications

References 82 publications

A critical perspective on the mediatization of brain imaging and healthy ageing

A critical perspective on the mediatization of brain imaging and healthy ageing

Socioeconomic differences in digital inequality among Chinese older adults: Results from a nationally representative sample

Facilitators and barriers in Academic-Practice Partnerships (APPs) between Approved Educational Institutions (AEIs) and Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACFs) during pre-registration nursing students’ placements: A scoping review protocol.

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