Representation of Age

Stereotypical representations of childhood:

• victims of horrendous crime
• cute
• little devils
• brave little angels
• accessories 
• modern
• active consumers

Stereotypical representations of youth:

• portrayed as a social problem
• causes of moral panic
• violent threat
• unintelligent and lazy

Stereotypical representations of elderly:

• grumpy
• mentally challenged
• dependent
• a burden
• enjoying a second childhood 
• wise