The “Aging Society” theme focuses on the wide-ranging challenges brought about by population aging, covering key issues such as healthcare, family support, subjective well-being, social participation, and policy and institutional frameworks. By integrating domestic and international research trends with empirical survey data, this section helps users understand the development of aging-related research and explore available data resources to support academic research and policy planning.
Family and Living Arrangements
This topic explores the living patterns and household structures of older adults within diverse familial and social contexts. It includes various forms of living arrangements—such as intergenerational co-residence, solitary living, and institutional housing—and examines how gender roles, marital relationships, social support networks, and housing resources influence preferences and outcomes. Emphasizing a life-course perspective, the topic highlights how family and residential arrangements evolve across different stages of aging and in response to broader social changes.
