perceptions of youth and adulthood

Question 1

perceptions

Answer 1

• Beliefs or opinions based on perceived appearances.
• Influenced by personal experiences, including visual and auditory stimuli.
• Mixed positive, negative, or mixed perceptions.

Question 2

generations

Answer 2

Generation gap: the difference in attitudes and opinions experienced by people of different generations

• Contributes to lack of understanding and conflict.
• Identifies different lifespan stages.

Question 3

healthy generational relationships

Answer 3

• Essential for optimal development.
• Support, guidance, and encouragement crucial for all ages.

Question 4

factors influencing perceptions of lifespan stages

Answer 4

The perceptions that an individual has about people in different lifespan stages is often the result of a range of factors, including:
* past experiences with people in the specific lifespan stage
* the way the media portrays people in the lifespan stage
* their own experiences in the lifespan stage
* other people’s opinions
* the way politicians and other public figures speak of various population groups
* their values and beliefs

Question 5

perceptions of youth

Answer 5

• positive image— youth are positive, ambitious, hardworking and happy
• negative image— youth are frightening, lazy or selfish
• positive social context— youth have many opportunities and are fortunate to live at this time and in this society
• negative social context— youth are devalued, victimised or neglected

Question 6

perceptions of youth : negative stereotypes

Answer 6

• Youth are portrayed as lazy, narcissistic, and unable to secure meaningful employment.
• They are viewed as uneducated and incapable of making informed decisions.
• They lack the maturity of previous generations.
• They feel entitled to a decent life.
• They prioritize ‘likes’ on social media over societal contribution.

Question 7

perceptions of youth : positive stereotypes

Answer 7

• Positive personal experiences with youth, like grandparents, teachers, sports coaches, and neighbors, influence these views.
• Youth are seen as the best years of life, free from worries and stressors.
• This perception can stem from envy or regret.
• Adults see the opportunities youth have in education, relationships, socializing, and freedom.