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Does Retirement Affect Life Satisfaction? Differences Between Korean Men and Women
Gum-Ryeong Park1,2,3, Eun Ha Namkung4
1Division of Health Policy and Management, Korea University, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
Summary
Retirement impacts life satisfaction differently for men and women in Korea. Men experience an initial drop in life satisfaction post-retirement, while women
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Sociology
- Psychology
Background:
- Retirement is a significant life transition with varying psychological impacts.
- Understanding gender differences in retirement adjustment is crucial for effective support.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate gender-specific psychological responses to retirement in Korea.
- To analyze the longitudinal effects of retirement on life satisfaction for men and women.
Main Methods:
- Utilized 18 waves of the Korea Welfare Panel Study (N=15,129).
- Employed individual fixed effects models to estimate changes in life satisfaction.
- Conducted separate analyses for men and women.
Main Results:
- Retirement significantly impacts life satisfaction differently based on gender.
- Men showed an immediate decline in life satisfaction post-retirement, with gradual recovery.
- Women reported stable or improved life satisfaction, particularly in family and leisure domains.
Conclusions:
- Retirement adjustment is gendered, necessitating tailored support strategies.
- Highlights the need for gender-sensitive retirement planning and interventions.
- Men may require specific psychological support for retirement transitions.
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