The Economics of an Aging Society

Gebonden Engels 2003 9780631226154
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Written by leading thinkers in the field, this text provides an in–depth analysis of the economic and policy issues associated with individual and population aging. The text has a strong policy focus based on demographic and economic analysis, making this book both accessible and challenging to readers with limited mathematical background.

Written by leading thinkers in the field of the economics of aging.
Employs a strong policy focus based on demographic and economic analysis.
Provides a comprehensive international picture of the consequences of aging.
Engages the reader through side boxes, relevant website addresses, and practice questions.

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ISBN13:9780631226154
Taal:Engels
Bindwijze:gebonden
Aantal pagina's:380
Hoofdrubriek:, Mens en maatschappij

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List of Figures.
<p>List of Tables.</p>
<p>Acknowledgments.</p>
<p>1. Introduction.</p>
<p>Part I: Population Aging and the Income of the Elderly.</p>
<p>2. The Graying of America and the World.</p>
<p>3. The Economic Well–being of Older Americans.</p>
<p>Part II: Retirement Planning and Policies.</p>
<p>4. Economics of Retirement and Old Age.</p>
<p>5. Work and Retirement.</p>
<p>6. Retirement Policies and Pension Plans.</p>
<p>Part III: Social Security Programs and Reforms.</p>
<p>7. Social Security Benefits and Program Objectives: An Individual Perspectives.</p>
<p>8. Social Security Financing and Reform Issues.</p>
<p>9. Disability Policy.</p>
<p>Part IV: Health and Long Term Care for Older Persons.</p>
<p>10. The Financing and Delivery of Acute Health Care Services.</p>
<p>11. Additional Health Issues: Long Term Care.</p>
<p>Index.</p>

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