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    Chronological age is overly dominant, influenced by societal structures. Alternative, non-chronological views reveal age as socially constructed and malleable, challenging its absolute use in medicine and education.

    Area of Science:

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    Background:

    • Contemporary society heavily relies on chronological age.
    • The concept of chronological age is linked to the development of the modern welfare state.

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    • To explore alternative, non-chronological conceptions of age.
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