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Assessment of Age-related Changes in Cognitive Functions Using EmoCogMeter, a Novel Tablet-computer Based Approach

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Published on: February 14, 2014

[Demographic aspects of aging].

Vesna Turkulov¹, Nadezda Madle-Samardzija, Olja Nićiforović-Surković

¹Klinicki centar Vojvodine, Klinika za infektivne bolesti. dturkulov@yahoo.co.uk

Medicinski Pregled

|November 9, 2007

Summary

Global population aging is accelerating, with developed and developing nations experiencing similar trends. Serbia and Vojvodina face severe demographic challenges, risking a future catastrophe without intervention.

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Assessment of Age-related Changes in Cognitive Functions Using EmoCogMeter, a Novel Tablet-computer Based Approach

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Published on: February 14, 2014

Area of Science:

Demography
Sociology
Public Health

Context:

The world is experiencing significant demographic transition, marked by decreased population growth and shifts in age structure.
Population aging is most prominent in developed countries but is emerging in developing European nations.
The aging process is defined by an increasing proportion of individuals aged 65 and over in the total population.

Purpose:

To analyze the current state and trajectory of global population aging.
To highlight specific regional trends, including those in the USA, Europe, Serbia, and Vojvodina.
To underscore the urgency of addressing demographic challenges.

Summary:

Globally, population aging is a reality, with developed and developing countries showing converging trends.
The United States anticipates a rise in its elderly population from 13% to 30% within 30 years.
Europe faces declining populations, with a projected 60% increase in those aged 65+ by 2050, and countries like FYR Macedonia are already advanced in aging.

Impact:

Serbia is identified as one of the ten countries with the world's oldest population.
Vojvodina exhibits the most severe demographic situation, with its population being among the oldest globally for over three decades.
Urgent state intervention is required to avert a demographic catastrophe, as current trends indicate a worsening situation.