Population Pyramids Flashcards
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Q
What are the problems with aging population?
A
Less economically active people, more elderly dependents
Old people taking up jobs - not retiring
Need facilities for elderly to stay in – nursing home
1
Q
What are problems with youthful population?
A
Children need healthcare (vaccines - expensive)
Children need education
More children reached childbearing age – pressure on healthcare
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Q
How is a youthful population managed?
A
Introduce anti-natalist policy
Increased access to contraception
3
Q
How is an aging population managed?
A
Increasing retirement age
Encourage to save for retirement
Economically active migrants encouraged
