Emancipatory Gerontology and Social Inequality in Aging
2024
Emancipatory Gerontology and Social Inequality in Aging
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Author Information
Author(s): Baars Jan
Primary Institution: University for Humanistic Studies
Hypothesis
How do social inequalities affect aging processes in society?
Conclusion
Aging studies must address the profound inequalities that exist in society, particularly how socioeconomic status impacts life expectancy and health.
Supporting Evidence
- In The Netherlands, individuals with low socioeconomic status live eight years shorter than their more advantaged counterparts.
- People with low SES live 23 years longer with chronic disease compared to those with higher SES.
- The study highlights the need for aging research to include those who have died from causes beyond their control.
Takeaway
Some people live much shorter lives than others because of their money and social status, and we need to pay more attention to this unfairness when studying aging.
Limitations
The study does not provide specific data on the methodologies used or the populations studied.
Participant Demographics
The study discusses aging in the context of socioeconomic status, particularly in The Netherlands.
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