In: Johnson, Malcolm L.; Bengtson, Vern L.; Coleman, Peter G.
and Kirkwood, Thomas B. L. eds. The Cambridge Handbook of Age
and Ageing. Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University Press, pp.
338–345. Two definitions of ageism are offered: one narrow and
the other broad. The history of the concept is reviewed, and
then the contrast between individual and institutionalised
ageism discussed. How gerontologists relate to ageism is
considered in the context of anti-ageist action. I conclude with
recommendations as to how gerontologists might contribute to the
continuing struggle against ageism. ||ageism; individual;
institutionalised; action; gerontology ||Health and Social Care
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