"But on the other hand, when a child calls an adult Mr. or Ms., it helps him recognize that status is earned by age and experience. It's also a reminder to respect your elders."

The absurdity of reading how young people feel so entitled from an article written by someone who thinks age influences status in mind boggling.

Status is a function of achievement. Experience is a rough proxy for achievement, so I can accept that they might be referencing the same thing here.

But if you ask me how your earn status, age doesn't factor in. I don't care how many hours you've put in on this planet. You earn my respect by doing things, and the best way to earn my highest respects is by doing something great.