1. Troubling Example of Ageism One example of ageism that stood out to me in the readings was the assumption that older adults are less capable, less productive, and unable to learn new things. I found this troubling because it ignores the knowledge, experience, and...
What stood out to me most in Cruikshank’s discussion was how easily normal aging can be treated like a medical problem. I knew that older adults may experience more health concerns, but I never really thought about how society sometimes treats aging itself as an...
In my introductory reflection, I shared that one of my biggest concerns about aging is losing my independence. When I imagine myself at 75 or 80, I picture myself still being active, traveling, and enjoying the life I worked to build. I also hope to look back on my...
Hello everyone, my name is Ja’Maya Reed. I am currently pursuing my Master of Social Work degree at Georgia State University. My interests are advocacy, policy, and the connection between social work and law. I am currently completing my practicum at Emory University...
