Visible characteristics, such as youthful appearance or gray hair and wrinkled skin, may become our criteria for determining whe
ther someone is “young” or “old.” According to historian Lois Banner, “__________, more than any other factor, has occasioned the objectification of aging.”
Appearance, more than any other factor, has occasioned the objectification of aging. This can have serious consequences on people as they age. Some people might become overly concerned with their looks. Women are particularly affected by this phenomenon. Moreover, people might assume that an older apperance comes with certain decline in cognitive or motor skills, even when the person is still healthy and productive.
