Understanding communication and aging: developing knowledge and awareness

Abstract

Part I. Introduction to the Study of Aging and Intergenerational Communication 1. Perspectives on Aging Why Study Aging? Approaches to Aging Methods for Studying Aging Summary Keywords and Theories Discussion Questions Annotated Bibliography 2. A Communication Approach to Aging Decline in Communication Counterpoint: A Positive Research Agenda on Aging Approaches to Communication and Aging Key Propositions Guiding the Book: A Communication Approach Summary Keywords and Theories Discussion Questions Annotated Bibliography Part II. Attitudes About Aging and Interpersonal Communication 3. Stereotypes and Attitudes About Aging and Intergenerational Communication Distinguishing Stereotypes and Attitudes Attitudes Concerning Aging Stereotypes of Aging Age Identity-Talkin' 'Bout My Generation Cognitive Representations of Intergenerational Communication Why Do Negative Attitudes and Stereotypes Matter? Summary Keywords and Theories Discussion Questions Annotated Bibliography 4. Aging, Identity, Attitudes, and Intergenerational Communication Communication Accommodation Theory The Communication Predicament of Aging (CPA) Model The Age Stereotypes in Interaction Model Supporting Dependency Other Dimensions of Accommodation Age Identity: Disclosing and Concealing Age in Communication Summary Keywords and Theories Discussion Questions Annotated Bibliography 5. Intragenerational Relationships in Older Adulthood Marital Relationships in Old Age Intragenerational Friendships in Old Age Sibling Relationships Summary Keywords and Theories Discussion Questions Annotated Bibliography 6. Intergenerational Relationships in Older Adulthood Grandparenting The Parent-Child Relationship in Older Adulthood Intergenerational Friendships Summary Keywords and Theories Discussion Questions Annotated Bibliography 7. Enhancing Communication with Older Adults Change in Young People: The Influence of Intergenerational Contact on Attitudes Ending the Predicament: The Communication Enhancement Model Change in Older Adults: Confronting Patronizing Talk Communication Skills and Communication Training Summary Keywords and Theories Discussion Questions Annotated Bibliography Part III. Social Representations and Mass Communication 8. Mass Communication Portrayals of Older Adults Underrepresentation Negative Representation Positive Portrayals The Media Industry Summary Keywords and Theories Discussion Questions Annotated Bibliography 9. Uses and Effects of Media Age Differences in Media Use Uses and Gratifications Theory Media Effects Older People as Embracers of Television? Summary Keywords and Theories Discussion Questions Annotated Bibliography 10. Culture, Communication, and Aging East Asia South Asia (India) United States Latino Cultures Native American Cultures Globalization and Transcultural Themes Summary Keywords and Theories Discussion Questions Annotated Bibliography Part IV. Contexts of Communication in Older Adulthood 11. Health and Health Care Physician-Older Patient Interaction Support Groups for Caregivers Elder Abuse Additional Topics Summary Keywords and Theories Discussion Questions Annotated Bibliography 12. Technology Stereotypes of Older Adults-Technological Competence The Reality of Older Adults-Computer Use What Do Older People Do on the Internet? Technology and the Workplace Summary Keywords and Theories Discussion Questions Annotated Bibliography Part V. Conclusion 13. Conclusion A Model of Aging in Individual and Societal Context What Can You Do Now? Summary Keywords and Theories Discussion Questions Annotated Bibliography