Engagement seems to factor into the optimism.
Yet others believe aging does come with some disadvantages.
Mainers see the societal benefits of getting older.
Cultivating social connections and personal friendships continues with advancing in age.
However, Mainers feel older adults are devalued in society.
Another 57% agree that older workers are excluded from employment or promotion opportunities.
And Mainers believe the fear of getting old is very real for Americans.
While half of those surveyed were optimistic about aging, some Americans have a real fear of growing old.
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Data were weighted by age, gender, and education to reflect Maines 18 and older population.
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