We conducted an integrative review to identify issues and challenges that face aging women
and to distinguish areas for future research. We found that many older women continue to …

Here is a unique text that examines the lives of middle-aged and old women. Women, Aging
and Ageism, in response to the lack of literature that focuses on aging women, presents …

This article looks at biased constructions of gender and aging, which are reflected in the
mass media, embedded in social policies, and evidenced in differential treatment of older …

Ageism and sexism in health services and research affect the quality of care, patient-
provider interaction, patient selfperceptions, and the planning of health education programs …

Feminist gerontology is grounded in feminist theory and critical gerontology and focuses on
power relations and intersecting oppressions across the life course. Analyses that …

Women tend to live longer than men, and thus typically have more interactions with the
healthcare system in old age than men do. Ageism and stereotypes of older people in …

By 2030, more than 1 in 5 Americans will be age 65 or older. Women are on the front lines of
the aging trend, not only because they make up a majority of the elderly but because they …

This volume of original chapters is designed to bring attention to a neglected area of feminist
scholarship-aging. After several decades of feminist studies we are now well informed of the …

Explore feminist ideals and advocacy for aging women in health care, home life, work, and
retirement! Fundamentals of Feminist Gerontology strives to increase women's self-esteem …

Current cohorts of older women are potential social activists, and their potential to contribute
to social change is examined. It is argued that engagement in social action is positive and …