Aging population
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Description:
Since 1950 the average life expectancy worldwide has increased by 20 years to 66 years. Demographers of the United Nations even expect the average lifespan to reach 76 by the year 2050. By 2050, the UN says, 21% of the population will be over 60 in comparison to 10% today.
The "revolution in longevity" is mainly a result of better healthcare and nutrition.
Enablers:
Factors which strengthen this driving force. (these are actually other driving forces, and you can link to them in the wiki!)
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Inhibitors:
Factors which weaken this driving force. (these are actually other driving forces, and you can link to them in the wiki!)
1. 2.
Paradigms:
Changes in ways of thinking about the world due to the driving force.
Experts:
Sources for additional information about this driving force. (if you have found people, put the links to them)
Timing:
Dates for key milestones in the development of the driving force.
Web Resources:
Useful resources on the web relating to this force.