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Ageism against older adults in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic: an integrative review.

Marcela Fernandes SilvaDiego Salvador Muniz da SilvaAldiane Gomes de Macedo BacurauPriscila Maria Stolses Bergamo FranciscoDaniela de AssumpçãoAnita Liberalesso NeriFlávia Silvia Arbex Borim
Published in: Revista de saude publica (2021)
According to most publications, although ageism has always been present, it became more evident during the COVID-19 pandemic as a form of discrimination against older adults. "Ageist" discourses may exert a negative influence in older adults' lives, causing severe social and psychological impacts.
Keyphrases
  • physical activity
  • mental health
  • depressive symptoms
  • sleep quality