Analysis of the Factors of Longevity by The Data of Survey of the Long-Livers of Lankaran City

The aim of the study was to substantiate and systematize medico-social approaches to the analysis of
geronological problems. The object of research is long-livers, as a specific socio-demographic group of
society. The study included 54 indigenous inhabitants of the city of Lankoran, whose age varied from
85 to 118 years. The conducted study confirmed the importance of behavioral factors of active longevi-
ty. From interviews with longevity it becomes clear how much attention during their life was given to
them by physical education, diet. The absence of bad habits, coupled with high physical activity, signif-
icantly reduces behavioral risk factors in the elderly. But most importantly, what was the most im-
portant conclusion that at the heart of longevity, at its very core, lie two important concepts - mutual
understanding and love. It is very important to love and be loved throughout life.