Is It Worth Retiring at 65? Why Dropping Dead After Retirement Is a Real (and Avoidable) Risk
Is It Worth Retiring at 65? Why Dropping Dead After Retirement Is a Real (and Avoidable) Risk The Grim Statistic That Changes Everything The age of 65 has long been considered the perfect end point where one will happily switch from their briefcase to a fishing pole and collect on their pension while enjoying the “golden years” of life. However, recent studies have raised some alarming figures indicating that a number of individuals seem to pass away shortly after retiring. Referred to as “retirement death syndrome” or associated with a sudden increase in mortality at the age of 65, there has been a rise in fear among those who are soon to retire. Has the conventional retirement age actually become a biological curse? Is there more than meets the eye in the data presented? The Critical First Year: Why Do So Many People Die After Retiring? Before selling your house and going on a cruise, it’s vital to know the “why” behind these actions. According to research conducted by organiza...