Modernity and Postmodernity

Some argue ageism is a result of ___________ so the old are largely ____________ and are economically dependent on their __________ as a result

Structured dependency

Excluded from paid work

Family or the state

Compulsory retirement means the elderly are…

Stigmatised

Who argues the old are not of use to Capitalism since they are no longer productive?

Phillipson

Postmodern sociologists argue that the breakdown of ____________ have led to the ____________ so people have a greater choice to __________ no matter the age

Fixed orderly life stages

Blurring of boundaries

Define their identities

However, the postmodern view can be criticised for…

Assuming all people have access to consuming their identities

Which class can afford to pay for rejuvenation?

Upper and middle classes

This means age is still a…

Fixed life stage for the working class