Elderly
Elderly
Elderly (pronunciation: /ˈɛldərli/) is a term used to describe individuals who are in the later stages of life, typically those aged 65 and over. The term is often used in the context of healthcare, social services, and policy to refer to this demographic group.
Etymology
The term "elderly" comes from the Old English ieldra, meaning "older," and the suffix -ly, which means "having the qualities of." It has been in use since the late 16th century.
Related Terms
- Aging: The process of becoming older, which involves biological, psychological, and sociological changes.
- Geriatrics: A branch of medicine that focuses on health care of elderly people.
- Gerontology: The study of the social, cultural, psychological, cognitive, and biological aspects of aging.
- Senior citizen: A polite term for an elderly person, often used in the context of social services and policy.
- Retirement: The withdrawal from one's occupation or position, especially upon reaching a certain age.
- Life expectancy: The average period that a person may expect to live, which varies based on factors such as gender, genetics, and lifestyle.
- Pension: A regular payment made during a person's retirement from an investment fund to which that person or their employer has contributed during their working life.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Elderly
- Wikipedia's article - Elderly
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