This theory presents problems because not all replacement roles are ineffective or useless. Another is the age stratification theory, which categorizes society according to age, gender, and social class. People are classified or grouped as young, middle-aged and old. They are expected to play certain roles and enjoy certain rights in each classification or group as well as lose privileges accorded each group or classification (American Association of Retired Persons).

A more responsive and realistic theory of aging for consideration by demographers should not fixated to the notion that older or senior persons' capabilities are waning. Many older persons or retirees have been living alone on their savings or continued incomes and modern-day gadgets, which enable them to survive on their own. They should not be seen as inessentials that must be sent to the homes for the aged. More and more people approaching the end of employment years are...
[ View Full Essay]