Between 1984 and 1993, work activity increased among men under 65 who had retired early. Factors influencing this trend include changes in pensions, increased health care costs, longer life expectancy, more layoffs, and more opportunities for flexible schedules and less physically demanding work. (SK)

The author addresses definitional problems encountered when studying women's retirement, their decisions to retire, and their adaptations to retirement. She states that the issue of women's retirement should be examined in light of current knowledge about men's retirement while acknowledging the variability of older women's work histories. (CH)

The author identifies a new population existing within the labor force, the "Growing number of people over 60 who are Retired, Active, Monied People in an Excellent State" (Grampies). He presents a profile of this population and discusses management issues concerning older, reentry employees. (CH)