Modern Elderhood: The Socioeconomic and Psychological Evolution of the Sandwich Generation
The demographic architecture of the twenty-first century is undergoing a structural transformation characterised by the convergence of two unprecedented trends: the significant expansion of human longevity and the delayed onset of traditional markers of adulthood. At the epicentre of this shift is a cohort of individuals increasingly defined as the “sandwich generation.” This group, largely comprised of middle-aged adults, exists in a state of dual-generational responsibility, providing simultaneous care and financial support to both their aging parents and their own children. By 2025, the pressures on this demographic are projected to reach a critical juncture as the population of adults aged 65 and older continues to double, while young adults increasingly rely on parental resources to establish their own financial footing in a volatile economic climate.






