International approaches to population ageing: a case study of Finland and Japan
نویسندگان
1 Department of Psychology, Payame Noor University, Tehran, Iran.
2 Department of Psychology, Payame Noor University, Tehran, Iran.
3 Department of Psychology, Payame Noor University, Tehran, Iran.
4 Department of Psychology, Payame Noor University, Tehran, Iran.
5 School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
6 Department of Psychology, Payame Noor University, Tehran, Iran.
7 Clinical Research Development Center, Shahid Modarres Educational Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
8 Translational Ophthalmology Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Objective: The swift rise in the elderly population globally presents significant health and social challenges. The World Health Organization (WHO) has crafted the Global Strategy and Action Plan on Ageing and Health (2016-2020) to enhance healthy ageing on a worldwide scale. This study examines how Finland and Japan implement this program and analyze how these countries utilize their policies to improve the situation of the elderly. Materials and Methods: Data on national ageing programs and population policies in Finland and Japan were reviewed. The experiences of these countries in using evidence to inform policy and program decision-making were also analyzed. Results: The findings show that Finland focuses on educational and family policies, particularly through the National Programme on Ageing 2030 and studies on future population ageing and productivity, to ensure the improvement of the functional abilities and well-being of the elderly. Japan, meanwhile, uses advanced technologies such as robotics and AI, as well as comprehensive health and welfare policies, to improve the situation of the elderly. Conclusion: Although Finland and Japan face similar challenges in terms of population ageing, they have adopted different approaches to address these challenges. Both countries can benefit from each other's experiences and contribute to improving the ageing population's situation through international cooperation.
