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Is there an old age crisis?: Unpacking the complexities of global population aging

The World Health Organization reports that by 2050, the number of people aged 60 and over is expected to double, reaching 2.1 billion globally. This demographic shift raises a critical question: **Is there an old age crisis?** The answer is complex, involving significant, multi-faceted challenges for economies, healthcare systems, and social structures worldwide.

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What is an old age crisis? Understanding the late-life transition

According to experts, as many as one in three people over 60 will experience a late-life crisis, a significant emotional and psychological transition often triggered by major life changes. This phenomenon, sometimes called an old age crisis, is a period of intense reflection, dissatisfaction, and anxiety about the waning years of life.

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