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Talking to older adults: between help and ageism

If you’ve ever heard someone say “Let’s take our medicine now, dear” to an older adult, you’ve encountered elderspeak. This sing-song register, highly common in daily life has often been criticized as patronizing and ageist. Yet, a fair appraisal of relevant research paints a more nuanced picture.
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Adolfo García
Jul 22, 2026

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