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successful aging  

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  • Successful aging is a term coined in the mid 20th century to describe the health, vitality, and well-being of older humans—the so-called healthy elderly. Gradually gaining in popularity, its use has increased dramatically in the 21st century along with the rise in the number of elderly people. [Source: Encyclopedia of Lifestyle Medicine & Health; Successful Aging]

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