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Is Being 40 Considered Old? Unpacking the Truth About Modern Middle Age

According to the World Health Organization, there is no single 'older person,' as some 80-year-olds have physical capacities similar to many 30-year-olds. This fact reframes the timeless question: Is being 40 considered old? This shift in perception and a greater emphasis on wellness prove that middle age is more a state of mind and health than a fixed number.