Age Norms

Age norms are the societal expectations about what people typically do or achieve at different ages. They serve as general guides for behaviors, milestones, or roles appropriate for certain ages, such as starting school, working, retiring, or becoming a grandparent. These norms help people understand what is considered normal or acceptable at various stages of life, but they can vary across cultures and change over time. Recognizing age norms can influence individual choices and societal judgments about development and progress.