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Migration and regional population aging in the Philippines
1Department of Geography and Sanders-Brown Research Center on Aging, University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky, U.S.A..
Journal of Cross-Cultural Gerontology
|January 7, 2014
Summary
Internal migration significantly impacts elderly population distribution in developing countries. This study highlights how labor migration influences aging patterns, with implications for future support and planning.
Area of Science:
- Demography
- Gerontology
- Sociology
Background:
- Developing countries face increasing challenges from population aging.
- Internal migration's role in subnational aging is under-researched.
- Understanding migration dynamics is crucial for elderly support planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the spatial and temporal dynamics of the elderly population in the Philippines.
- To analyze the influence of internal migration on regional aging patterns.
- To inform national planning for elderly populations in developing nations.
Main Methods:
- Utilized 1980 census data for the Philippines.
- Examined internal migration patterns across thirteen regions.
- Employed population projection techniques.
Main Results:
- The National Capital Region shows the largest projected increase in its elderly population share due to labor migration.
- Visayas regions are projected to experience rapid reductions in elderly population share but may have higher elderly concentrations.
- Labor migration and subsequent aging-in-place are key drivers of elderly distribution.
Conclusions:
- Internal migration patterns significantly shape local aging dynamics.
- Future elderly population distributions will be heavily influenced by migration trends.
- Regional analysis is essential for effective national planning and resource allocation for the elderly.
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