Work Aging and Retirement
Scope & Guideline
Bridging research and practice in aging workforce dynamics.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Intergenerational Dynamics:
Research on the interactions and relationships between older and younger workers, exploring how generativity, knowledge sharing, and perceived dissimilarity affect workplace collaboration. - Retirement Transition and Planning:
Studies examining the factors influencing the transition into retirement, including psychological, social, and financial aspects, as well as the planning processes individuals undergo. - Age Diversity and Inclusion:
Exploration of policies and practices aimed at promoting age diversity in the workplace, addressing age-based stereotypes, and fostering an inclusive work environment for employees of all ages. - Health and Well-being in Aging:
Investigations into how work-related factors, such as job resources and work conditions, influence the health, well-being, and work ability of older adults. - Technology and Aging Workforce:
Research on the adoption of technology among older workers, including its role in enhancing work performance, facilitating communication, and addressing the needs of older adults in the workplace. - Pension Systems and Financial Security:
Analysis of how pension systems, retirement benefits, and financial planning impact the retirement decisions and quality of life for older workers.
Trending and Emerging
- Workplace Flexibility and Gradual Retirement:
An increasing focus on flexible work arrangements and gradual retirement plans, acknowledging the diverse needs of older workers and the benefits of a phased transition into retirement. - Impact of Technology on Work and Aging:
A surge in studies examining how technology supports older workers, enhances their productivity, and facilitates their engagement in the workforce. - Holistic Approaches to Retirement Planning:
Emerging research that integrates multiple dimensions of retirement planning, including health, financial security, and psychological readiness, reflecting a comprehensive view of the retirement process. - Aging Workforce and Organizational Practices:
Growing interest in how organizations can adapt their practices to better support an aging workforce, including age-aware HR policies and practices. - Mental Health and Well-being in Aging:
A heightened emphasis on the mental health and well-being of older workers, exploring the psychological aspects of work and retirement and their impact on life satisfaction.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Retirement Models:
Research exploring rigid or traditional models of retirement, which have been increasingly overshadowed by studies focusing on flexible retirement options and gradual transitions. - Age Discrimination in Employment:
While still relevant, the frequency of studies solely concentrated on age discrimination has decreased as the focus shifts towards proactive measures for inclusion and diversity. - Static Views on Older Workers' Capabilities:
Research that views older workers as less capable or adaptable is declining, as more studies emphasize the strengths, skills, and contributions of this demographic. - Job Performance Metrics Based Solely on Age:
Research that narrowly assesses job performance based on age alone is waning, giving way to more nuanced approaches that consider contextual factors and individual differences.
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