SILVER TSUNAMIS, GRAY TIDES, AND DEAD WOOD: EXPLORING AGEIST METAPHORS AT THE INTERSECTION OF AGING AND CLIMATE CHANGE
2024
Exploring Ageist Metaphors in Aging and Climate Change
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Author Information
Author(s): Kriebernegg Ulla, Kainradl Anna-Christina
Primary Institution: University of Graz
Hypothesis
This paper examines how ageist metaphors link demographic change and climate change.
Conclusion
The study reveals that ageist metaphors in climate discourse can obscure important socio-political issues.
Supporting Evidence
- Older adults are often labeled as 'vulnerable' in the climate crisis.
- Ageist metaphors like 'the silver tsunami' reinforce negative perceptions of older people.
- The paper critiques the notion of older people as a burden on younger generations.
Takeaway
The paper talks about how older people are unfairly blamed for climate problems and how we need to work together across generations to solve these issues.
Methodology
The paper analyzes cultural representations and media examples related to aging and climate change.
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