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Every Fall Matters: Challenging Ageism and Negative Self-Perception of Aging
Ladda Thiamwong1,2, Mona Shattell1
1College of Nursing, University of Central Florida, Orlando, Florida.
Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services
|December 9, 2025
Summary
Falls in older adults are preventable and linked to deeper vulnerabilities, not just age. Addressing ageism and negative perceptions is crucial for effective fall prevention and promoting independence.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Psychiatric Nursing
- Public Health
Background:
- Falls in older adults are a significant public health issue, often overlooked.
- Ageism and negative self-perception contribute to underestimating fall risks and hindering prevention.
- Stereotype embodiment can lead to harmful assumptions that older adults will inevitably fall.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the impact of ageism and psychological factors on fall prevention in older adults.
- To highlight the role of psychiatric-mental health nursing in addressing these barriers.
- To reframe fall prevention as a strategy for promoting independence and well-being.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on ageism, stereotype embodiment, and fall prevention.
- Analysis of psychological and socioenvironmental factors contributing to falls.
- Exploration of psychiatric-mental health nursing interventions.
Main Results:
- Ageist beliefs and negative self-perceptions of aging impede effective fall prevention efforts.
- These psychological barriers lead to delayed interventions and reduced engagement in prevention strategies.
- Psychiatric-mental health nursing can mitigate these barriers through awareness and resilience-building.
Conclusions:
- Challenging ageism is essential for accurate fall risk assessment and intervention.
- A holistic, empowering approach reframes fall prevention as a path to vitality and autonomy.
- Promoting dignity and equity in aging supports older adults in thriving and maintaining independence.
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