Abstract
Population statistics show that there was an increase in life expectancy during the last century. However, this fact hides that this increase was not equal for all groups of the population. One of the most problematic cases for measuring this increase is that of the dependent population because of the absence of specific statistics. This paper describes a methodology for calculating life expectancy using multistate models that take into account the diversity of situations considered by Spanish legislation. For this purpose, statistical information contained in the national survey on disability and dependency (EDAD 2008) is used. The results suggest that life expectancies are lower than those of the general population and that they differ according to gender and intensity of suffering from this contingency. The calculations were made considering the legal framework currently existing in Spain. This fact conditions the definition of dependent person and, therefore, the set of individuals, their characteristics, and therefore, their final results.
Highlights
This process, together with a significant reduction in the birth rate, especially in developed countries, led to an increasing share of the older population
The life expectancies obtained in the previous section suggest different patterns between men and women
It is appropriate to ask how many years would be the residual life expectancy of the individuals affected by this contingency
Summary
This process, together with a significant reduction in the birth rate, especially in developed countries, led to an increasing share of the older population. 2.6% compared to 1.2% for the general population Within this segment, the largest growth is expected among the so-called oldest-old (people over 80). The final result is a higher overall life expectancy, and throughout most of the world, survival beyond age 65 is increasing. According to this new scenario, it is necessary to develop more complex and robust demographic measures and methods [2]. The increase in life expectancy is positive, this process was accompanied by an increase in the so-called frail elderly, i.e., people who, because of age-related illnesses and disabilities, need help several times a day to carry out daily activities. Publisher’s Note: MDPI stays neutral with regard to jurisdictional claims in published maps and institutional affiliations
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