LibraryScenariosWhen aging feels like a burden on society
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When aging feels like a burden on society

I've outlived my usefulness and I take up space and resources that younger people need more than I do.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Internalized ageism transforms natural life stages into sources of shame and worthlessness.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Aging & Senior Life?”

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