Surveys show that in many countries, people are living longer but increased life expectancy has many implications for the aging individuals and society as a whole. What are the possible effects of longer living for individuals and society?

In

this

contemporary epoch, with the tremendous advancements in medical science, human life expectancy has increased significantly.

However

, there are many consequences of these and

this

essay will shed light on the impacts of

this

trend on the ageing people and

society

. To commence with, science has provided us with a remedy for almost every disease ranging from minor fever to a deadly illness like cancer. Back in the days, many people would die because of ailments and

this

had kept the average survival age pretty low as compared to what it is now.

For example

, in the past couple of decades, the average living age has increased from 56 to 80 years.

Moreover

, many institutions for the old have

also

opened up to care for them as the young cannot spare time for the old. Needless to say,

this

increased lifespan has some visible effects on

society

as a whole.

Firstly

, the families of the old need to make sure that they care for their parents and are available for them which can sometimes become a hassle.

Secondly

, even though medication has increased the number of years for a person to live, the productivity of the person towards the

society

is negligible and

thus

they remain like a burden on the family and

society

. In conclusion, the progress in the field of medicines is noteworthy. But, I feel that the young generation is incapable to give a better living to the old amid their fast-paced life.

This

has a detrimental effect on the ageing members as well as

society

.