[State support to elderly citizens: which geriatric needs modern Russia? (Part 2).]

Area of Science:

• Gerontology and Geriatrics
• Public Health Policy
• Social Sciences

Background:

• Current state policies for active longevity show low efficiency.
• Existing programs for senior citizen support lack systematic approaches.
• Problems faced by the elderly span medical, social, psychological, and legal domains.

Purpose of the Study:

• To analyze the causes of low efficiency in state policies for active longevity.
• To position geriatrics as a key component of gerontology for addressing elderly citizens' issues.
• To substantiate the role of gerontology and geriatrics in enhancing senior citizens' quality of life.

Main Methods:

• Analysis of cause-effect relationships in policy implementation.
• Review of existing state programs for senior citizen support.
• Examination of the psychophysiological, socio-economic, and legal status of the elderly.

Main Results:

• Geriatrics is identified as an applied research area within gerontology.
• Geriatric care is formalized as a basic component of medical and social assistance.
• The study highlights the need for systemic support to improve senior citizens' quality of life.

Conclusions:

• Amendments to laws and regulations are needed for state support of senior citizens.
• Systematic processing of government programs using a scientific approach is crucial.
• Adapting state policies to societal aging processes requires integrating gerontological and geriatric principles.