Question

The elderly in many Western nations are marginalized and stigmatized as slow, incompetent, and unable to give back to others and

society because of their limitations. Many of the inhabitants of these nations look down on the elderly and exalt youth and being young.

The elderly in many Eastern nations look up to the elderly and look to them for guidance and wisdom. Discuss the social, historical, and

cultural foundations along with the ramifications of both approaches.

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Answer 1

The western world is fast paced and has created many marginalized societies.

Step-by-step explanation:

• This is due to the cultural divide that is seen in the western and the eastern nations. The western countries are fast and don't tolerate accept fate they are quick, and tend to marginalize and stigmatize the slow and those who are unable to keep up with the changes.

• As compared to the east are slow, respect their elders, and are in a phase of development. They look upon elders as wise and having wealth of knowledge. They tend to show social cohesion and collectivism and always favor a neutral viewpoint.