THE JAPANESE VIEW OF “SUCCESSFUL AGING”: THE IMPACT OF FAMILY NORMS ON THE DESIRE TO LIVE LONG

Sep 29, 2026

A study examines how beliefs about family norms shape older adults’ desire to live long in Japan, a super-aged society where fewer seniors report wanting longevity despite high longevity potential. The work addresses the perceived burdensomeness of old age on family, which is linked to physical and psychological health impacts. Analysis uses survey data from 2,475 residents aged 50–79 from a 2024 nationwide random sample, applying ordered logistic regression with family norms and demographic variables.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages1

Reading Time3 min

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Background

Models of successful aging

Study Aim and Rationale

Family norms and longevity desire

Data and Methods

Nationwide survey (2024) and participants

Ordered logistic regression

Key Findings

Conservative family-norm views among those desiring longevity

FAQs

What is the main research goal of the study?

To understand how people’s beliefs and expectations about family norms influence their desire to live long in Japan.

Why do some older people in Japan show less willingness to live longer?

The most common reason is perceived burdensomeness of old age on their family.

What data and method were used to analyze the relationship?

The analysis used data from 2,475 people aged 50–79 from a nationwide random sample survey in 2024, applying ordered logistic regression with family norms and demographic variables.

Sep 29, 2026

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