Mingling of Different Generations

One way that misconceptions, stereotypes, and inaccurate representations can be avoided is through the mingling of different generations. Jonathan Burton explores this idea, noting psychologist Ken Dychtwald’s claim that if young and old associated with each other more, ageism would not be so prevalent in advertising and the mass media. That’s an impactful assertion, because America’s population is only living longer and becoming widely older.

Check out the article, Older Americans have money and power. Youth owns our culture. We would all benefit if the generations mixed more, this aging expert says.