Age and Inequality

Question 1

What did the Joseph Rowntree Foundation find about opportunities for younger adults compared to older generations?

Answer 1

Significantly less opportunity for younger adults, particularly those born after the 1970s compared to those born before the 1950s

This highlights generational disparities in employment and economic opportunities.

Question 2

How much more likely are young people to be unemployed compared to older people?

Answer 2

3x more likely

This statistic underscores the challenges faced by younger job seekers in the labor market.

Question 3

Despite having qualifications, how do younger people’s unemployment rates compare to older, less qualified individuals?

Answer 3

Higher levels of unemployment

This indicates a disconnect between qualifications and employment opportunities for younger individuals.

Question 4

What was the average income fall experienced by younger people between 2007 and 2014 according to Belfield et al (2014)?

Answer 4

22%

This significant decline is attributed to factors such as the rise of zero-hour contracts.

Question 5

What trend did the IFS study find regarding employment rates for 22-30 year olds since 2007?

Answer 5

Fallen employment rates

In contrast, employment rates for 30-59 year olds remained the same.

Question 6

What percentage of people over 60 are worried about money and the cost of living according to Age UK?

Answer 6

1/3

This reflects the financial concerns faced by the elderly population.

Question 7

How many pensioners are reported to be living in poverty according to Age UK?

Answer 7

1.6 million

This statistic highlights the economic challenges faced by retirees.

Question 8

What percentage of pensioners experience long-term poverty according to DWP data from 2004-2007?

Answer 8

14%

This is the highest rate of long-term poverty among age groups.

Question 9

What percentage of healthcare expenditure do patients aged 65 and over receive, according to Age UK?

Answer 9

40%

This indicates a disparity in healthcare resources allocated to older patients.

Question 10

What did the ICM Pain and Dignity Survey reveal about older people’s treatment by medical staff?

Answer 10

64% felt they were not treated with dignity

This points to issues of respect and care quality in healthcare for the elderly.

Question 11

What did Lievesly (2009) find regarding attitudes toward elderly people by medical professionals?

Answer 11

Evidence of ageist attitudes

This may lead to discriminatory practices in medical treatment for older patients.

Question 12

What was found about the investigation and treatment of cancers in older patients?

Answer 12

Decline in investigation and treatments

This results in higher death rates among older patients compared to other Western countries.

Question 13

What percentage of the elderly experience feelings of suicide and depression according to Age UK?

Answer 13

Nearly a quarter

This statistic highlights significant mental health challenges in the elderly population.

Question 14

How do suicide rates among older men and women compare to the general population?

Answer 14

Higher suicide rates

This indicates a critical mental health issue within the elderly demographic.

Question 15

What issue was identified in the 2009 report for the Centre for Policy on Aging regarding mental health problems among the elderly?

Answer 15

Under-diagnosed and under-treated

This emphasizes the need for better mental health care for older individuals.

Question 16

What is an issue with the treatment of dementia for the elderly?

Answer 16

Under-treated and often unrecognised

This points to a gap in timely diagnosis and treatment for dementia in the elderly.

Question 17

Why might older people not be eligible for specific day-centre provision?

Answer 17

Because it is for younger people

This creates barriers to accessing necessary support services for the elderly.