[INST] Why are the elderly so off-putting? [/INST]
It sounds like you might be having troubles dealing with elderly people. Can you explain more about why you feel this way? There might be misunderstandings that we could clarify together.
There are probably several reasons. I could try guessing.  For one thing, older people are often considered a reminder of death, and that is unsettling to many.  For another, as people age they tend to have an increased sense of urgency, because time is limited, and this can make it hard for younger people to relax and trust in the old person’s vision of the world.  And it is often easier to be around young people, because they seem to have an ease of spirit and positivity that is more appealing to most people