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Measuring and decomposing inequalities in intrinsic capacity among older adults in china: from an urban-rural divide perspective
Differences in Natural Health Abilities Between Older Adults in Urban and Rural China
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Abstract
A pro-rich inequality in (IC) was observed among 7,695 older adults in China, with urban areas experiencing a higher degree of inequality.
- The degree of inequality in IC among older adults has been widening over time, particularly in urban areas.
- In rural areas, age was the largest contributor to IC inequality in 2013, while social activity became the main contributor by 2015.
- Social activity contributed to IC inequality in both urban and rural areas by 2015, with contributions of 28.91% in urban and 22.69% in rural areas.
- Factors associated with lower IC included increased age, higher scores in daily living activities, and the presence of chronic diseases.
- Conversely, higher IC was associated with longer sleep duration, increased social activities, higher education levels, and improved green space.
- In urban areas, having more children was positively associated with IC, while being married and exercising were only positively associated in rural areas.
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Key numbers
0.0160
Concentration Index for Urban Adults
Concentration Index for urban older adults in 2015
27.55%
Age Contribution to Inequality in Rural Areas
Contribution to inequality in rural areas in 2013
28.91%
Social Activity Contribution to Inequality in Urban Areas
Contribution to inequality in urban areas in 2015