Long Life Expectancy Impacts 人口老龄化

Phrases

Expressions	翻译
Increased longevity	寿命延长
Extended lifespan	延长寿命
Prolonged existence	延长存在时间
Longer life span	更长的寿命
Aging population	人口老龄化
Demographic shift	人口结构转变
Rising life expectancy	预期寿命的提高
Growing old	老龄化
Silver years	银发之年
Golden years	黄金岁月
Elderly citizens	老年公民
Senior citizens	老年公民
Geriatric population	老年人口
Gerontology	老年学
Geriatrics	老年医学
Age-related diseases	与年龄有关的疾病
Chronic conditions	慢性病
Healthspan	健康跨度
Active aging	积极的老龄化
Age-friendly environments	老年人友好环境
Ageism	老龄歧视
Elder abuse	虐待老人
Elderly care	老年人护理
Assisted living	辅助生活
Geriatric care	老年病护理
Life-prolonging treatments	延长生命的治疗
Anti-aging remedies	抗衰老的补救措施
Longevity research	长寿研究
Gerontological research	老年学研究
Gerontological studies	老年学研究

Effects

An increased life expectancy can have both positive and negative effects on individuals and society.

Positive effects for individuals

1. More time for personal growth and development
2. More opportunities to pursue careers and hobbies
3. More time to travel and explore
4. More time to build stronger relationships with family and friends
5. More time to save and plan for retirement

Negative effects for individuals

1. Increased risk of age-related diseases and disabilities
2. Potential for loneliness and social isolation as family and friends may pass away
3. Financial strain as individuals may need to support themselves for a longer period of time
4. Difficulty adapting to new technologies and changes in society

Positive effects for society

1. Reduced burden on younger generations as a larger proportion of the population is able to support themselves
2. Increased productivity as people are able to remain in the workforce longer
3. Increased opportunities for intergenerational relationships and mentorship

Negative effects for society

1. Increased strain on healthcare systems as the number of people needing care increases

2. Potential for age discrimination in the workplace

   Age discrimination in the workplace can occur when employers or coworkers discriminate against individuals based on their age. This can take the form of biased hiring practices, unequal pay, limited advancement opportunities, or exclusion from training and development programs.

   Increased life expectancy can contribute to age discrimination in the workplace because it means that people are remaining in the workforce for longer periods of time. This can result in perceptions among some employers that older workers are less productive, less adaptable to change, or less likely to be able to learn new skills. Additionally, as more older workers remain in the workforce, there may be competition for limited job opportunities, which can also contribute to age discrimination.

   It's important to note that age discrimination is illegal in many countries and is generally considered unethical. Despite this, it remains a persistent issue in many workplaces, and efforts are needed to address and eliminate it. This includes education and training for employers and employees, as well as policies and laws that specifically prohibit age discrimination.

3. Increased demand for senior housing and care facilities

4. Strained pension and retirement systems as people collect benefits for a longer period of time.

Overall, a longer life expectancy has both positive and negative implications for individuals and society, and it is important for governments and communities to consider these effects and plan accordingly.