How does intergenerational support from adult children shape the intrinsic capacity of older adults? Empirical evidence from the CHARLS.
Abstract
As China undergoes a rapid demographic shift toward population aging, a critical challenge has emerged for healthy aging policy: how can intergenerational support from adult children be leveraged to maintain and improve the functional ability of older adults? Drawing on nationally representative data, this study investigates the association between such support and the intrinsic capacity of older adults, and explores the pathways through which it operates.
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Research summary
Intergenerational support from adult children positively influences the intrinsic capacity of older adults. The paper is relevant as it explores the social determinants of aging and their potential role in enhancing the functional ability of older adults, which is crucial for healthy aging policies.
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