Factors Affecting the Subjective Health Status of Middle-Aged Retirees in Korea

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Journal Iran J Public Health

Date 2025 Jan 6

PMID 39759199

Authors

Heakyung Moon

Wonjung Noh

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Abstract

Background: Countries that are becoming aging societies are struggling to establish financial support policies due to their increasing numbers of retired people. In particular, the increase in middle-aged retirees has been reported as unusual and influenced by various factors. This study aimed to identify the subjective health conditions of middle-aged retirees and explore the factors that help provide basic data for developing health-related programs for them.

Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among 7,893 people who participated in the 6 Korean Longitudinal Study of Aging in 2016. Among them, the data of 315 participants were analyzed. A theoretical framework guided the use of multiple regression analysis to examine the factors related to the subjective health status of middle-aged retirees.

Results: The significant factors influencing the subjective health status were socioeconomic status (middle/high: β=.14, =.005), number of chronic diseases (β=-.11, =.035; above 2: β= -.38, <.001), depression (β = -.17, <.001), and retirement satisfaction (β=.32, <.001).

Conclusion: This study can help policymakers create effective retirement programs for middle-aged individuals and re-socialize them by enhancing physical and psychological support.

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