Ageism in a Latin American Cohort: The Role of Cognition and Gender

Our findings highlight distinct patterns in positive and negative ageism according to the interaction between gender and cognitive status. Men with MCI perceive significantly higher Positive Ageism, suggesting that aging in men is perceived as an advantage, reinforcing notions of wisdom and social value. In contrast, women with MCI do not share this positive perception, likely reflecting societal attitudes that devalue aging in women. Future studies should explore these interactions to understand better the impact of ageism on older adults with MCI.