[Ageing and the elderly, stereotypes and their implications]

Abstract

Older people are often victims of stereotypes that have detrimental consequences, ageism with its negative and discriminatory attitudes based on age alone. It is therefore essential to be able to communicate accurately, respectfully and sympathetically with older people. The words used are important components of the care relationship. Society as a whole must act on itself and its language in order to fight against ageism and become more inclusive.

Keywords: ageism; aging; communication; older person; personne âgée; stereotype; stéréotype; vieillissement; âgisme.