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I doubt that contributes, because it's not just limited to humans. Females of most species live longer than males.
by clarkm 12y ago
I doubt that contributes, because it's not just limited to humans. Females of most species live longer than males.
- NeverEnough 12y agohe is suggesting it as an explanation for retirement contributing to premature death in men more than in women, not the difference in life expectancy in general.
- thisGuysAccount 12y agoIt could be related to post-retirement activities. Men, as a hypothetical, might take up drinking and fishing, leading to an increase in mortality caused by liver failure, cancer, what have you. Women, again as a hypothetical, might take up other activities that don't increase mortality.