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Ageism and Its Correlates Among Lebanese Healthcare Workers
Sabine Allam1, Alondra Barakat1, Sara Moussa1
1University of Balamand, El-Koura, Lebanon.
Sage Open Aging
|July 4, 2025
Summary
This study found low levels of ageism among Lebanese healthcare workers, with older age and living with older individuals linked to less ageism. Nursing professionals showed higher ageist attitudes than medical professionals.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Healthcare Management
- Sociology of Health
Background:
- Ageism presents a significant challenge within healthcare systems globally.
- Understanding ageism's determinants is crucial for developing targeted interventions.
- Lebanese healthcare settings lack comprehensive research on ageism.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence and determinants of ageism among healthcare workers and trainees in Lebanon.
- To identify specific professional groups and personal factors associated with ageist attitudes.
Main Methods:
- An online survey was administered to 233 healthcare workers and trainees at a Lebanese university hospital.
- The Fraboni Scale for Ageism (FSA) was used to measure ageist attitudes.
- Correlation and regression analyses were employed to identify determinants of ageism.
Main Results:
- The overall mean FSA score indicated low levels of ageism (58.9 ± 10.2).
- Older age and prior cohabitation with an older person were associated with lower ageism scores.
- Nurses exhibited significantly higher ageist attitudes compared to physicians.
Conclusions:
- Interventions promoting intergenerational contact are recommended to reduce ageism.
- Modifications to nursing curricula and educational workshops on healthy aging are necessary.
- Addressing ageism in healthcare is vital for improving care for older adults.
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