Ageing Populations Flashcards
1
Q
Ageing Population
A
When there is an increasing proportion of people over the age of 60 in a country
2
Q
2 causes of an ageing population
A
Reduced BR
Increased life expectancy
3
Q
Why does the BR fall?
A
Use of contraception
Equality for women
4
Q
Why does life expectancy increase?
A
Better medical care
Increased health awareness- not smoking
Improved standard of living
5
Q
Advantages of an ageing population
A
Travel more
Voluntary work
Wealthy
Work longer if they choose- pass experience on
6
Q
Disadvantages of an ageing population
A
Increased healthcare costs
Financial pressure on social services like home nursing
More pensions, that they claim for longer
