Background: Ageism is recognized as a concern in the context of a rapidly aging population. Current literature acknowledges the outcomes of ageism toward older adults, however there has been little focus on the reciprocal effect toward young people. Programs geared at reducing ageism toward older adults show positive outcomes for both generations. This review explored the importance of intergenerational relationships and assessed the effectiveness of intergenerational programs on decreasing ageism toward young people.
Method: A comprehensive database search was conducted to identify eligible studies published between 1989 and 2019. To be considered for final inclusion, studies had to implement an intergenerational program with outcome measures specifically addressing older adults’ attitudes toward young people.
Results: Of the 4,661 articles retrieved, 12 studies were included with 1,570 participants. The specific intergenerational interventions differed, but commonalities included extended contact, community-based activities, and mentorship. Eleven of the twelve articles yielded statistically significant effects in reducing ageism toward young people. Evaluation of program outcomes resulted in four themes.
Conclusion: Moderate evidence supports the effectiveness of intergenerational programs on reducing ageism toward young people. These results describe the literature and support the reciprocal effectiveness of these programs. Occupational therapists can be instrumental in promoting reduced ageism across the lifespan.

Abstract
Ⅰ. Introduction
    1. Literature Review on the Impact ofAgeism on Young People and OlderAdults
Ⅱ. Methods
    1. Search Terms
Ⅲ. Results
    1. Formation of Reciprocal Relationships
    2. Challenging of the Misconceptionstoward Young People
    3. Older Adults’ Attitudes toward YoungPeople
    4. Hope in Societal Successors
    5. No Significance
    6. Risk of Bias
    7. Rigor in Qualitative and Mixed MethodStudies
Ⅳ. Discussion
    1. Strengths and Limitations
    2. Implications for Occupational TherapyEducation, Research and Practice
References

• Katelyn Weinman(University of Texas Medical Branch)
• Levi McPherson(University of Texas Medical Branch)
• Ali Cobey(University of Texas Medical Branch)
• Kaitlin McWatters(University of Texas Medical Branch)
• Skai Woods(University of Texas Medical Branch)
• Loree Pryor(University of Texas Medical Branch)
• Claudia Hilton(University of Texas Medical Branch) Corresponding author