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The Effect of Retirement on Mental Health and Cognitive Functioning

The Effect of Retirement on Mental Health and Cognitive Functioning

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    Lee, Ah Young

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    0000

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The elderly are severely exposed to risk of poor cognitive function and depression due to lack of cognitive stimulation and loss of self-satisfaction. Depression and cognitive decline in middle and old aged people are not only detrimental to the quality of life of individuals, but also cause a great burden on family and society. Nevertheless, their depression and cognitive decline are recognized as natural aging, and they do not have clear symptoms, so they are not aware of the seriousness of their symptoms, and their awareness and preparation for prevention are insufficient. As the aging rapidly progresses, the role of the medical sector to maintain and promote the mental health and cognitive function of the middle and old aged people, and the need for prevention as well as post-treatment are increasing. Therefore, this study examines the changes of mental health and cognitive function and factors of change after retirement of the elderly who are currently retiring. This study is to provide basic evidence the development of policies to support healthy aging in terms of prevention to maintain and promote mental health and cognitive abilities of middle and old aged people. 

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