Ageism can impact older adults in various aspects of their lives, even in seemingly minor situations. Throughout my readings, I discovered that ageism affects simple tasks, such as trying to hail a cab. One story that particularly resonated with me was about Eva in...
While reading the texts by Aronson (2019) and Cruikshank (2013), I was struck by several points. One aspect that particularly surprised me was Cruikshank’s discussion about the number of prescriptions given to older adults, even when the side effects can be harmful to...
In my previous discussion post, I shared my fear of developing dementia. This condition is something I understand well, as I have witnessed how it profoundly impacts families. Dementia runs in both sides of my family, which increases my chances of developing it in the...
Hello Everyone! My name is Alexandria (Alex) Clowers, and I am a senior in the BSW program. I aspire to become a Music Therapist because of my love for music—I play viola and guitar—and my passion for helping others through social work. I have both professional and...
