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Originally Posted by littlp
I just wanted to chime in about older adults. It is my job to work with older adults with mental illness ranging from depression to schizophrenia with an interest in dual diagnosis of mental illness plus substance abuse. ......I like working with older folks because I do believe we can learn from them. I do think that you can respect older folks whose opinions might be racist, homophobic etc without agreeing with them. ......Yes there will be the old crotchedy folks who have caused all of these stereotypes to exist, but there are assholes across all ages.
Adding the best quote that explains aging in America that Lauren said:
"You are not allowed to get old anymore."
Such a true statement and sums up the issue pretty well.
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Thanks Littlp! Great to hear from someone that works with older people on a regular basis.