Table 2:
Number of Health-Condition Cases due to Ageism among Older Individuals, According to Model
| Age Discrimination | Negative Age Stereotypes | Negative Self-perceptions of Aging | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiovascular Disease | 366,365 | 799,617 | 1,355,463 |
| Mental Disorders | 322,075 | 1,848,253 | 480,521 |
| Chronic Respiratory Disease | 371,723 | 765,505 | 1,136,724 |
| Musculoskeletal Disorders | 789,516 | 1,625,494 | 2,517,869 |
| Diabetes Mellitus | 309,528 | 929,077 | 1,233,518 |
| Injuries | 311,940 | 650,559 | 238,830 |
| Non-communicable Disease | 319,758 | 677,614 | 1,395,782 |
| Treatment of Smoking | 391,360 | 782,590 | 291,167 |