Aging and Demographics

Flashcards covering key terms and concepts related to aging, demographics, and related health factors.

What is population aging?

The shift in the distribution of a population's age, with a greater proportion of older individuals.

What is life expectancy?

The average number of years a person can expect to live, typically calculated from birth.

What is healthspan?

A measure of years lived in relatively good health, without significant disability or dependence.

What is dependent life expectancy?

The period of life when an individual requires assistance with activities of daily living due to physical or cognitive impairments.

Demographics

The presence of multiple chronic conditions in