Study Shows Perception of Old Age Starting Later in Life

Recent study shows that middle-aged and older adults believe old age starts later in life due to factors like increased life expectancy and later retirement age. Research indicates a clear trend of a later perceived onset of old age among later-born individuals, although the trend has slowed in recent years. The evolving societal views on aging are influenced by factors such as health, longevity, and retirement age, highlighting the dynamic nature of the concept of old age.