Starzenie się społeczeństw w krajach Unii Europejskiej
Aging societies in European Union countries

Author(s): Krzysztof Szwarc
Subject(s): Economy, National Economy, Supranational / Global Economy, Business Economy / Management, Micro-Economics, Economic policy, Demography and human biology, Gerontology, Sociology of the arts, business, education, Economic development, EU-Accession / EU-DEvelopment, Business Ethics, Globalization, Socio-Economic Research
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Ekonomicznego w Poznaniu
Keywords: Unia Europejska;starzenie się społeczeństw;silver economy;
Summary/Abstract: In this chapter, a comprehensive presentation of the situation of European Union countries regarding the aging process of societies has been provided. Its aim was to present, in a synthesized form, the current state along with indicating developmental trends, discussing causes, and potential consequences. Based on Eurostat data, the state of the discussed process was identified as advanced, mainly due to demographic processes occurring in the past, but also contemporary attitudes of inhabitants, particularly in the reproductive sphere. Possible effects of the aging phenomenon were outlined, encompassing both negative aspects (such as issues in the job market or within the social security system) and positive ones (the development of the so-called silver economy). The situation of EU countries appears challenging, given the pace at which the aging process of societies is progressing, which may primarily result in a decline in the quality of life for seniors. Among the opportunities lies technological advancement and medical services development, enabling older individuals to function more easily during their post-productive years.

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