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People in Morrocco generally have respect for people older than them,  are nice and considerate to children and have respect for women. It's just the social structure of the country. Children are taught to respect older people in Morrocco, where as in the UK it's all about I and I want. That's how I see it anyway

Do you agree its so different to English psyche n attitudes.

Yes completely different. Every time I get there it hits me how happy, relaxed and patient the people are - and life is hard compared to uk in many respects. I'm a Muslim and at first when I went to Morrocco I thought as a whole the people don't practice the religion, much having been to places like Kuwait and Saudia where the dress is black for women and white for men, in general but After a few visits realised a lot do, it's just more inwardly. Kids respect there parents. If in a family of say four kids, the eldest is the one who gets in trouble if the others misbehave, which teaches highracy and responsibility. Even in older life the eldest of brothers and sisters decision is taken because she is the eldest so her choice was considered the best. There is a social code there

"...age difference is not an issue with Moroccans. The older man seems acceptable."

Depends what you mean by that, in what context? Job prospects, marriage or what?

I don't know about jobs, but yes, in marriage, the age difference doesn't matter as much as in England. Older people are still accepted. Not just in Morocco though. My father was more than double my mothers age when they married. Now if they were both English, it's unlikely this would of happened (of course there are exceptions i.e sugardaddy).

XB. I love music - I play guitar. When I visit a moroccan disco I feel good as people make you feel wanted.  In England people are not so social and embracing. I am 67 I look 50 and love the Moroccan disco.Age disparity is no problem

Well I'm not into music, so I can't relate to that, as I haven't ever attended a disco, or such, to see how older people are treated there.

But my father is quite old himself, and I do get the impression that older people here are generally pushed to one side after a certain age, seen as 'past it', and at worst, as an irritating nuisance better off dumped in a care-home. Out of sight.

However in our culture (not sure about Moroccan, but I guess it's similar), that never happens, and they will always remain relevant to us and in society, no matter how old they are. This is why the idea of care homes and such, is very shameful in our culture. Putting your parent in one is akin to disowning them and tossing them away. They still play the same role as they did when you were a child and always will (unless their health/death prevents that). We are brought up that you must respect your parents and elders - always, no matter what (nothing such as 'think for yourself, form your own views'). Only their opinions matters, not yours. And the importance of being kind to them (part of it is making them feel respected and still relevant). This is why there is no age discrimination. I've never heard derogatory comments aimed at the old in my country, which I've heard here quite often. A few months ago, I was asked to play in goal by a group of mid-aged players who needed a keeper. My friend said, "why would you play with these oldies?" when I accepted the request. I don't understand this attitude some have here towards older folks. If I randomly joined in with young kids in the park for a kick-about, they will probably think what's this pedo doing here. In my country, the kids will embrace the challenge of beating an older person in the game, and welcome you in. It's just so different.

XB 23  IN England we have ageism and racism. I dont like it. In Morocco its different. I have kept very young walking for twenty years.

Excellent response. Might want to consider changing your friends...you never want to be the smartest person in the room.

Abufalam.  can you explain