Beyond the biological decline of aging: The evolution of critical phenomenology.
Int Psychogeriatr April 22, 2026 DOI: 10.1016/j.inpsyc.2026.100214 (opens in new tab) via PubMed
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractThis theoretical paper argues that critical phenomenology, a philosophical approach examining lived experience through a lens of social critique, has evolved beyond its early focus on biological aging. The authors contend that the field now incorporates insights from feminist, queer, and disability studies to address how social structures shape the experience of aging. They propose that this evolution allows for a richer understanding of aging as both a biological and sociocultural phenomenon, challenging purely biomedical models. The paper suggests that critical phenomenology offers tools for rethinking aging, emphasizing the need to consider power dynamics and embodiment in gerontological research and practice.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Key finding | Argues that critical phenomenology has evolved to integrate social critique, moving beyond a focus on biological decline in aging. |
Abstract
Beyond the biological decline of aging: The evolution of critical phenomenology.