AGE INEQUALITY GOFFMAN 20 LIFE CHANCES AGE

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How does Goffman explain the impact of age inequality on identity?

Goffman argues that people may develop a negative self-image through labelling and stigma, causing age to become an important part of their identity.

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What does Goffman mean by a stigma?

A stigma is a negative label placed on an individual or group, which may lead them to see themselves negatively.

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What is a master status according to Goffman?

A master status is an identity that becomes a person's defining characteristic and shapes how others judge them.

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How can ageism affect a person's identity according to Goffman?

Ageist stereotypes can cause people to see themselves primarily through their age, making it a stigmatised master status.