Eleasha Davis: Ageism

Eleasha Davis: Ageism

Introduction Ageism is a subtly woven into our everyday language, expectations, and professional practices. Despite this normalization, the consequences are easy to overlook, especially for older adults who rely on outside sources for assistance. The readings...
Eleasha Davis: The Medicalization of Aging

Eleasha Davis: The Medicalization of Aging

Introduction Working with older adults often means trusting that medical decisions are being made with caution and with their well-being at the highest priority. Rather than focusing solely on healing, medication is frequently used to manage side-effects, behaviors,...
Eleasha Davis’ Late Life Aging Post

Eleasha Davis’ Late Life Aging Post

1.) Firstly, I would be emotionally shocked and most likely blaming myself for not being careful enough, even if the fall was not my fault. I do not imagine that I would give up completely, but I would most likely have a depressive episode. If a trip hazard was the...
Eleasha Davis’ Introduction and the Meaning of Aging Post

Eleasha Davis’ Introduction and the Meaning of Aging Post

Good day class!! Introduction My name is Eleasha Davis and my pronouns are she/her. I am an Advanced Standing MSW student and currently on track to graduate in May of 2026. My favorite thing to tell people about myself is that I have been Vegan for 10 years because I...