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[Disability pensions in Norway 1977-87].
1Institutt for samfunnsmedisin, Postuttak, Universitetet i Tromsø, Tromsø.
Summary
Disability pension risk increased for Norwegian men and women between 1977-87, with the highest rise seen in women aged 30-39. Cumulative incidence neared 60% for both sexes by 1986/87.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Social Medicine
Context:
- Analysis of official statistics on disability pensions in Norway from 1977 to 1987.
- Examining trends in disability risk across different demographic groups.
Purpose:
- To investigate the changes in disability pension incidence over a decade.
- To identify specific demographic groups and conditions associated with increased disability risk.
Summary:
- Both men and women experienced a rising risk of disability during the study period.
- Women aged 30-39 showed the most significant increase in risk (103%).
- By 1986/87, the cumulative incidence of disability pension up to age 67 reached 59% for women and 60% for men.
- Musculoskeletal disorders, psychiatric disorders, and injuries were the primary drivers of this increase.
Impact:
- Highlights a growing public health concern regarding disability in Norway.
- Provides data for policy development related to social security and healthcare.
- Informs future research on the causes and prevention of disability.