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What are the three major age groups called?

According to the study of demography, populations are often broken down into three specific categories. These classifications are essential for understanding population dynamics and answering the question: **What are the three major age groups called?** Understanding these divisions is key to analyzing birth rates, mortality rates, and overall societal health.

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How to classify older adults?: Methods, Challenges, and Implications

The population of adults aged 65 and older in the U.S. grew by 34% between 2012 and 2022, highlighting the need for accurate and nuanced methods for how to classify older adults. This article explores the different classification systems used in healthcare, social sciences, and demographics, examining their benefits and limitations.

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Who lives longer, older or younger siblings? Decoding the biological and genetic factors

In a study of centenarians, first-born siblings were found to be more likely to survive to 100 years, but research shows the answer to who lives longer, older or younger siblings, is not so simple. A combination of biological, genetic, and environmental factors influence longevity across the lifespan, creating a complex picture for each birth order.

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