Nursing and the Aging Family

 3 paragraph of at least 5 sentences with 2 cite sources not older than 2015. APA style 7th edition.

Ageism is a concept introduced decades ago and is defined as “the prejudices and stereotypes that are applied to older people sheerly on the basis of their age…” (Butler, Lewis, & Sutherland, 1991).

• DQ: What are some common misconceptions you have heard or believed about older adults?
• What can you do to dispel these myths?