THE ROLE OF THE FAMILY INSTITUTION AND SOCIAL SUPPORT IN POPULATION LONGEVITY
Keywords:
Longevity, family institution, social supportAbstract
This thesis examines the role of the family institution and social support in population longevity. Longevity is interpreted not only as a medical and biological phenomenon, but also as a social result connected with family relations, emotional support, intergenerational solidarity, lifestyle, social protection, and community participation. The study emphasizes that family care and social support help older people maintain psychological stability, social inclusion, daily activity, and a sense of usefulness. In the context of Uzbekistan, the family and mahalla remain important social environments for elderly people, but migration, urbanization, and demographic change require the strengthening of formal support systems. The findings show that longevity is more sustainable when traditional family support is combined with accessible health care, social services, and community-based assistance.
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