Mature Media

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 mature media

Sitting down to watch a TV show or movie is a great way to enjoy recreational time, especially for seniors. Older adults often have more time to themselves and may be looking for ways to pass the time, especially if they are stuck inside, have limited mobility, or less social interaction. TV and movies are an easily accessible form of entertainment which can be modified for the various needs of the elderly. Unfortunately, so much of modern media centers young people and stories about coming of age or young adults entering into early relationships; stories which may not be as interesting or applicable to the elderly who are well past that stage. Seniors are often an afterthought or even portrayed as stereotyped characters there for a laugh or as a subplot for the main characters.

Accurate representation in TV and movies for seniors show that your life isn’t over after a certain age. People of all ages still laugh, love, date, dream, have adventures, get into trouble, experience joy, and face struggles. As with any population, it is important for seniors to have representation in the media which show the unique personalities and realistic, varied life experiences of elderly individuals. Read on for some ideas of media with senior representation read more here...
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