Geriatric rehabilitation. 1. Social and economic implications of aging.
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Abstract
This self-directed learning module highlights the social and economic implications of aging. It is part of the study guide on geriatric rehabilitation in the Self-Directed Physiatric Education Program for practitioners and trainees in physical medicine and rehabilitation and geriatric medicine. This article specifically focuses on the epidemiology of aging, the economics of aging, informal and formal social support systems, ageism and societal issues, and care and treatment settings. To summarize the social and economic implications of aging in the context of physical medicine and rehabilitation.
Medical subject headings
- Aging
- Population Dynamics
- Rehabilitation