Survey of Health, Ageing and Retirement in Europe

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Survey of Health, Ageing and Retirement in Europe

The Survey of Health, Ageing and Retirement in Europe (SHARE) is a multidisciplinary and cross-national panel database of microdata on health, socio-economic status, and social and family networks of individuals aged 50 or older. The survey aims to provide high-quality data to support research on the challenges and opportunities of population ageing in Europe.

History[edit | edit source]

SHARE was initiated in 2004 and has since grown to include data from over 27 European countries. The survey is coordinated by the Munich Center for the Economics of Aging (MEA) at the Max Planck Institute for Social Law and Social Policy.

Objectives[edit | edit source]

The primary objectives of SHARE are to:

  • Collect and provide data on the health, socio-economic status, and social and family networks of older Europeans.
  • Facilitate research on the effects of ageing on individuals and societies.
  • Support evidence-based policy-making in the areas of health, social security, and labour market policies.

Methodology[edit | edit source]

SHARE employs a longitudinal design, interviewing the same individuals every two years. The survey covers a wide range of topics, including:

Data Collection[edit | edit source]

Data collection is conducted through face-to-face interviews using computer-assisted personal interviewing (CAPI) technology. The survey also includes physical measurements and biomarkers to provide objective health data.

Impact[edit | edit source]

SHARE data has been widely used in academic research, contributing to numerous studies on ageing, health, and retirement. The findings from SHARE have informed policy decisions at both national and European levels.

Participating Countries[edit | edit source]

As of the latest wave, SHARE includes data from the following countries:

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References[edit | edit source]



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