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Is Ageism Acceptable When it Comes From a Familiar Partner?
Michelle Horhota1, Alison L Chasteen2, Jessica J Crumley-Branyon1
1Department of Psychology, Furman University, Greenville, South Carolina.
Summary
Ageism acceptability varies by behavior type and relationship. While benevolent ageism is more accepted than hostile ageism, young adults show higher acceptance of hostile ageist acts toward older adults.
Area of Science:
- Social Psychology
- Gerontology
- Attitude Research
Background:
- Ageism, prejudice and discrimination against older adults, manifests in various forms.
- Understanding the nuances of ageist behavior acceptability is crucial for developing effective interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the perceived acceptability of benevolent and hostile ageist behaviors.
- To investigate how perceiver age and relationship type influence ageism acceptability.
Main Methods:
- Participants of varying ages rated the acceptability of benevolent and hostile ageist behaviors.
- Behaviors were assessed across five relationship types: family, service workers, and friends.
Main Results:
- Benevolent ageism was consistently rated as more acceptable than hostile ageism.
- Younger adults exhibited greater acceptance of hostile ageism compared to middle-aged and older adults.
- Familiarity with the perpetrator significantly impacted the perceived acceptability of ageist acts.
Conclusions:
- Perceptions of ageism acceptability are complex, influenced by the type of ageism, the age of the perceiver, and the relationship dynamics.
- Findings offer insights into social identity theory and intergroup contact theory regarding age-based perceptions.
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