r/Aging is a subreddit with 180k members. The most common kinds of discussions are pain & anger and advice requests, and the community frequently discusses aging, struggle, hate, mental health, and life.
Welcome to r/Aging, a community for all generations to discuss the biological, social, and philosophical journey of getting older. From the science of gerontology to the personal experience of moving through life, we welcome perspectives from every age.
To keep our focus on meaningful discussion, we have a strict "No Vanity" policy. This includes:
No "How old do I look?" or "Then and Now" photos.
No selfies or photos of wrinkles/skin/hair.
No requests for skincare or cosmetic advice
Popular Themes in r/Aging
#1
Pain & Anger
: "Old person smell (add another on the 'what I dislike about aging' list)"
5 posts
#2
Advice Requests
: "I (M70) don’t mind when I can’t remember what I’m looking for"
3 posts
#3
Solution Requests
: "Is there a simple medical alert device that isn't a scam?"
2 posts
Popular Topics in r/Aging
#1
Aging
22 posts
#2
Struggle
13 posts
#3
Hate
: "I Hate this."
6 posts
#4
Mental Health
4 posts
#5
Life
4 posts
#6
Technology
2 posts
#7
Struggling
2 posts
#8
Grumpy
2 posts
#9
Youth
2 posts
#10
Age
2 posts
Flair Used in r/Aging
#1
Life & Living
: "The biggest scam of the world is..."
19 posts
#2
Research
: "Natural compound could fight rheumatoid arthritis at its source"
10 posts
#3
Longevity
: "Hip replacement at 85?"
5 posts
#4
Hobbies
: "54 and my kids say I’m elderly?"
2 posts
#5
Finance
: "Professions for older people"
2 posts
#6
Social
: "Halloween candy. Yum!"
2 posts
#7
Death & Dying
: "Every one in my family dies young does that mean that I will too?"
1 post
#8
Loss
: "My dad died yesterday. It really made me aware of the end. Does everyone eventually become aware of our mortality? I also can't stay to care for my elderly Nmum because her behaviour, matching narcissistic characteristics I see online, makes it too difficult. I flew in twice last 2 months, and when"
1 post
#9
Fitness
: "Best ways to manage tension and mental fatigue in your 50s?"
1 post
#10
Loneliness
: "Why Some People Are Paying to Make Friends"
1 post
Member Growth in r/Aging
Yearly
+75k members(71.2%)
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Last updated: October 26, 2026