Recent shifts toward extending retirement age have generated diverse sentiments among workers regarding financial security, health, and perceptions of aging. This study compared health outcomes and sentiments toward retirement age longevity between extended and non-extended retirement groups. A descriptive comparative cross-sectional survey was conducted in Alexandria and Damanhur Governorates among 691 participants: 331 in the extended retirement group and 360 in the non-extended group. Significant differences were observed in sentiment toward retirement age longevity, health status, financial condition, ageism-related factors, and psychological well-being. Participants in the extended retirement group showed better health outcomes, social engagement, perceived societal support, financial security and higher psychological well-being.
Health Outcomes in Extended vs. Non-Extended Retirement Age Groups: A Comparative Study on Sentiment Toward Longevity of Retirement Age.
TL;DR
Recent shifts toward extending retirement age have generated diverse sentiments among workers regarding financial security, health, and perceptions of aging. This study compared health outcomes and sentiments toward retirement age longevity between extended and non-extended retirement groups. A descriptive comparative cross-sectional survey was conducted in Alexandria and Damanhur Governorates among 691 participants: 331 in the extended retirement group and 360 in the non-extended group. Signifi
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