Predict Outcomes

Definition

Predicting outcomes refers to making projections or estimations about future events, trends, or circumstances based on available data, patterns, and knowledge. In the context of aging populations, predicting outcomes involves anticipating changes in population size, age structure, social dynamics, and resource demands.

Related terms

Population Projections: Estimates of future population size and characteristics based on assumptions about birth rates, death rates, migration rates, and other factors.

Age Dependency Ratio: The ratio between the dependent population (children and elderly) and the working-age population in a given area or society.

Policy Planning: The process of developing strategies and actions to address present challenges and anticipate future needs. In the case of aging populations, policy planning aims to ensure adequate support systems for older adults while maintaining societal well-being.