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Aging Families in Chinese Society

Author : Merril D. Silverstein
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1000428524
Total Pages : 207 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (4 download)

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Download or read book Aging Families in Chinese Society written by Merril D. Silverstein and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2021-09-05 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Declining fertility rates and increased life expectancies over the last few decades have conspired to make China one of the more rapidly aging societies in the world. Aging Families in Chinese Society focuses on the accelerated social and demographic changes in China and examines their implications for family care and support for older adults. Contributors to this landmark volume portray various challenges facing aging families in China as a result of reduced family size, changing gender expectations, rapid economic development and urbanization, rural-to-urban migration, and an emerging but still underdeveloped long-term care system. Divided into four thematic areas – Disability and Family Support; Family Relationships and Mental Health; Filial Piety and Gender Norms; and Long-term Care Preferences – chapters in this volume confront these burgeoning issues and offer salient policy and practice considerations not just for today’s aging population, but future generations to come. Combining quantitative data from social surveys in China, comparative surveys in Taiwan and Thailand, and qualitative data from in-depth interviews, Aging Families in Chinese Societies will be of significant interest to students and researchers in aging and gerontology, China and East Asian Studies and population studies.

Aging in Chinese Society

Author : Homer L. Jernigan
Publisher : Psychology Press
ISBN 13 : 9781560242734
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (427 download)

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Download or read book Aging in Chinese Society written by Homer L. Jernigan and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 1992 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This intriguing book details the impact of rapid cultural change on the elderly in two predominantly Chinese societies--Taiwan and Singapore. As Taiwan and Singapore become more urban and industrial, and large, extended families shrink and become more isolated, experiences of older family members become very different from those in traditional Chinese society. Aging in Chinese Society describes these changes and discusses how the elderly cope with them. Interviews with Chinese elders and consultants knowledgeable about their situations, along with data from an extensive survey of the aging population conducted by the government of Singapore, illustrate how many aspects of modern life are threatening the quality of life of the elderly. Emphasizing the importance of the cultural context in which attitudes and values are formed, this book raises questions about how modernization has affected the aging experience in the United States as well as in China. Aging in Chinese Society develops a holistic approach to aging which emphasizes understanding the aging experience from the perspective of the elderly themselves. Brief stories of individual experience are included to supplement information from interviews and surveys and to illustrate ways in which elders respond to change. Geographical, historical, and cultural contexts of the aging experience in Taiwan and Singapore are considered, as are interactions of personality, culture, and religion in the quality of life of individual Chinese elders. Chapters focus on topics such as the nature of the cultural changes which have taken place in Singapore and Taiwan in the last forty years; changes in the role, status, and function in the family of the elderly; and responses of the governments of the two countries to the changing situation of Chinese elders. Aging in Chinese Society provides helpful and interesting material for gerontologists and psychologists interested in ethnicity, aging, and the impact of cultural change on the experiences of the elderly. Everyone interested in a holistic approach to the interactions of personality and culture or who wish to understand the importance of the holistic approach in working with the elderly will also find much valuable information.

Aging in Chinese Society

Author : Taylor & Francis Group
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781138988385
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (883 download)

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Download or read book Aging in Chinese Society written by Taylor & Francis Group and published by . This book was released on 2018-11-30 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

New Perspectives on China and Aging

Author : Jason L. Powell
Publisher : Nova Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9781600217500
Total Pages : 172 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (175 download)

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Download or read book New Perspectives on China and Aging written by Jason L. Powell and published by Nova Publishers. This book was released on 2007 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first part of the book is entitled 'Family, Transition and Ageing' and addresses rapid social and economic changes in China through a kaleidoscope of differential perspectives that focus on how family continues to be an important reference point for the past, present and future institution in the care of older people. The second part of the book focuses on the tangible social forces associated with managing old age: 'Welfare, Consumption and Ageing'. This section is important in locating the structures and agents of power that are relevant to maintaining trust and social relations between older people, the Chinese State and its dualism of state welfare and consumption of welfare.

Aging in China

Author : Sheying Chen
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9781441983510
Total Pages : 284 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (835 download)

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Download or read book Aging in China written by Sheying Chen and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-02-02 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: China, which is fast on its way to becoming the most powerful economic force in the world, has four unique characteristics that distinguish it from other countries in Asia: (1) The proportion of aging population is growing faster than that of Japan (the country previously recognized as having the fastest rate) and much faster than nations in western Europe. (2) An early arrival of an aging population before modernization has fully taken place, with social policy implications. It is certain that China will face a severely aged population before it has sufficient time and resources to establish an adequate social security and service system for older people. (3) There will be fluctuations in the total dependency ratio. The Chinese government estimates are that the country will reach a higher dependent burden earlier in the twenty-first century than was previously forecast. (4) The government’s fertility policy (single child per family) and its implementation has a strong influence on the aging process. Fewer children are being born, but with more elderly people a conflict arises between the objectives to limit population increase and yet maintain a balanced age structure (Peng and Guo 2001). The intersection of these fourfold factors means that the increased aging population is giving rise to serious concerns among Chinese social policy makers. There is a chronic lack of good resource materials that attempt to make sense of social policy in its relationship to examining the problems and possibilities of human aging grounded in an analysis of economic of social policy in China and impact on rural and urban spaces. Such analysis of China will be covered by conceptual, theoretical, and empirical approaches. The book will also discuss substantive topics of housing, community care, family care, pensions, and mental health. The book brings together a truly world class array of researchers to provide discussions of critical implications of aging social policy and the economic impact in China.

Productive Aging

Author : Nancy Morrow-Howell
Publisher : JHU Press
ISBN 13 : 0801876575
Total Pages : 356 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (18 download)

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Download or read book Productive Aging written by Nancy Morrow-Howell and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2003-05-01 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Will 69 million baby boomers suddenly drop out of the workforce when they turn 65? It is difficult to imagine this generation, with its talent, education, and experience, idling away the last thirty years of life."—From the Foreword, by Robert N. Butler, M.D., The Mount Sinai Medical Center Old age has been historically thought of as a period of frailty and dependence, yet studies show that with the help of advances in health and medicine, current populations will live longer and remain healthier than previous generations. As average life expectancies rise, traditional concepts of retirement need to be reconsidered on all levels—from government policy to business practice to individual life planning. In this volume, leaders in the field of gerontology explore these changing conditions through the concept of "productive aging," which has been developed by leaders in the field to promote older adults' contributions to society in social and economic capacities. Productive Aging: Concepts and Challenges treats the implications of productive aging for the discipline of gerontology and for society in general. The first section defines the principles, historical perspectives, and conceptual frameworks for productive aging. The second section takes a disciplinary approach, treating the biomedical, psychological, sociological, and economic implications of a more capable older generation. The third section considers advances in theories of gerontology, and the fourth section suggests future directions in practice, theory, and research. Contributors: W. Andrew Achenbaum, University of Houston • Scott A. Bass, University of Maryland-Baltimore • Vern L. Bengtson, University of Southern California • James E. Birren, UCLA • Francis G. Caro, University of Massachusetts Boston • Carroll L. Estes, University of California-San Francisco • Marc Freedman, Civic Ventures (co-founder of Experience Corps) • James Hinterlong, Washington University • James S. Jackson, University of Michigan • Jane L. Mahakian, Pacific Senior Services • Harry R. Moody, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation • Nancy Morrow-Howell, Washington University • Philip Rozario, Washington University • James H. Schulz, Brandeis University • Michael Sherraden, Washington University • Alvar Svanborg, University of Illinois-Chicago and Goteburg University, Sweden • Brent A. Taylor, San Diego State University

Aging in Asia

Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309254094
Total Pages : 486 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (92 download)

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Download or read book Aging in Asia written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2012-07-31 with total page 486 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The population of Asia is growing both larger and older. Demographically the most important continent on the world, Asia's population, currently estimated to be 4.2 billion, is expected to increase to about 5.9 billion by 2050. Rapid declines in fertility, together with rising life expectancy, are altering the age structure of the population so that in 2050, for the first time in history, there will be roughly as many people in Asia over the age of 65 as under the age of 15. It is against this backdrop that the Division of Behavioral and Social Research at the U.S. National Institute on Aging (NIA) asked the National Research Council (NRC), through the Committee on Population, to undertake a project on advancing behavioral and social research on aging in Asia. Aging in Asia: Findings from New and Emerging Data Initiatives is a peer-reviewed collection of papers from China, India, Indonesia, Japan, and Thailand that were presented at two conferences organized in conjunction with the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Indian National Science Academy, Indonesian Academy of Sciences, and Science Council of Japan; the first conference was hosted by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences in Beijing, and the second conference was hosted by the Indian National Science Academy in New Delhi. The papers in the volume highlight the contributions from new and emerging data initiatives in the region and cover subject areas such as economic growth, labor markets, and consumption; family roles and responsibilities; and labor markets and consumption.

Elder Abuse and Its Prevention

Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309293545
Total Pages : 170 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (92 download)

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Download or read book Elder Abuse and Its Prevention written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2014-03-18 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Elder Abuse and Its Prevention is the summary of a workshop convened in April 2013 by the Institute of Medicine's Forum on Global Violence Prevention. Using an ecological framework, this workshop explored the burden of elder abuse around the world, focusing on its impacts on individuals, families, communities, and societies. Additionally, the workshop addressed occurrences and co-occurrences of different types of abuse, including physical, sexual, emotional, and financial, as well as neglect. The ultimate objective was to illuminate promising global and multisectoral evidence-based approaches to the prevention of elder maltreatment. While the workshop covered scope and prevalence and unique characteristics of abuse, the intention was to move beyond what is known about elder abuse to foster discussions about how to improve prevention, intervention, and mitigation of the victims' needs, particularly through collaborative efforts. The workshop discussions included innovative intervention models and opportunities for prevention across sectors and settings. Violence and related forms of abuse against elders is a global public health and human rights problem with far-reaching consequences, resulting in increased death, disability, and exploitation with collateral effects on well-being. Data suggest that at least 10 percent of elders in the United States are victims of elder maltreatment every year. In low- and middle-income countries, where the burden of violence is the greatest, the figure is likely even higher. In addition, elders experiencing risk factors such as diminishing cognitive function, caregiver dependence, and social isolation are more vulnerable to maltreatment and underreporting. As the world population of adults aged 65 and older continues to grow, the implications of elder maltreatment for health care, social welfare, justice, and financial systems are great. However, despite the magnitude of global elder maltreatment, it has been an underappreciated public health problem. Elder Abuse and Its Prevention discusses the prevalence and characteristics of elder abuse around the world, risk factors for abuse and potential adverse health outcomes, and contextually specific factors, such as culture and the role of the community.

Elderly Chinese in Pacific Rim Countires

Author : Iris Chi
Publisher : Hong Kong University Press
ISBN 13 : 9789622095328
Total Pages : 284 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (953 download)

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Download or read book Elderly Chinese in Pacific Rim Countires written by Iris Chi and published by Hong Kong University Press. This book was released on 2001-04-01 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With longer life expectancy, most countries are now experiencing rapid ageing among their populations. Ethnic Chinese populations are no exception to these demographic transformations. During the twentieth century, there has been a wide dispersion of Chinese people throughout the world, as well as dramatic socio-political changes within China. These unique factors have strained traditional filial norms and necessitated a re-examination of intergenerational relationships and the roles of elderly Chinese people. This book investigates the varied adaptations of social support systems and social integration among ageing Chinese populations within a diverse set of countries in the Pacific Rim region. The book is a collection of scholarly papers addressing such topics as community care, family support, one-child families and social isolation. Each paper illustrates the importance of social support networks and social integration to the quality of life for elderly Chinese persons living in dissimilar circumstances.

International Handbook of Population Aging

Author : Peter Uhlenberg
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1402083564
Total Pages : 769 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (2 download)

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Download or read book International Handbook of Population Aging written by Peter Uhlenberg and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2009-04-29 with total page 769 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The International Handbook of Population Aging examines research on a wide array of the profound implications of population aging. It demonstrates how the world is changing through population aging, and how demography is changing in response to it.

Beyond Filial Piety

Author : Jeanne Shea
Publisher : Berghahn Books
ISBN 13 : 1789207894
Total Pages : 433 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (892 download)

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Download or read book Beyond Filial Piety written by Jeanne Shea and published by Berghahn Books. This book was released on 2020-07-01 with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Known for a tradition of Confucian filial piety, East Asian societies have some of the oldest and most rapidly aging populations on earth. Today these societies are experiencing unprecedented social challenges to the filial tradition of adult children caring for aging parents at home. Marshalling mixed methods data, this volume explores the complexities of aging and caregiving in contemporary East Asia. Questioning romantic visions of a senior’s paradise, chapters examine emerging cultural meanings of and social responses to population aging, including caregiving both for and by the elderly. Themes include traditional ideals versus contemporary realities, the role of the state, patterns of familial and non-familial care, social stratification, and intersections of caregiving and death. Drawing on ethnographic, demographic, policy, archival, and media data, the authors trace both common patterns and diverging trends across China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Japan, and Korea.

Social Policy of the Economic State and Community Care in Chinese Culture

Author : Sheying Chen
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 360 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Social Policy of the Economic State and Community Care in Chinese Culture written by Sheying Chen and published by Routledge. This book was released on 1996 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A study of community care and social policy that compares the Western and Chinese experiences. The book begins with a theoretical analysis of Western community care and a review of Western welfare models.

Aging Welfare and Social Policy

Author : Tian-kui Jing
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3030108953
Total Pages : 246 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (31 download)

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Download or read book Aging Welfare and Social Policy written by Tian-kui Jing and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-04-16 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This perceptive volume presents conceptual, theoretical, and empirical approaches to social policy analysis comparing China and Nordic countries in their treatment of the elderly. An international panel of experts offers valuable policy insights into issues of housing, community care, family care, pensions and social security, and mental health as China translates and adapts Western examples, particularly those set by Norway, Sweden, and Finland. The book contrasts shared issues in the contexts of economic history, accountability and service improvements, and sustainability while also examining specifically Chi nese problems such as care gaps between urban and rural elders. Coverage also considers the centrality of aging policy in China as the nation works toward its long-term goal of eradicating poverty. Included among the topics: Building a welfare system with Chinese characteristics: from a residual type to moderate universalism. “Aging in community”: historical and comparative study of aging welfare and social policy. Sweden: aging welfare and social policy in the 21st century. Policy responses to aging: care services for the elderly in Norway. China’s elderly care policy and its future trends. Aging Welfare and Social Policy will interest professionals and researchers addressing questions of Chinese and comparative social policy, health psychologists, and sociologists focused on family, youth, and aging.

Family and Kinship in Chinese Society

Author : Ai-li S. Chin
Publisher : Stanford University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780804707138
Total Pages : 294 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (71 download)

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Download or read book Family and Kinship in Chinese Society written by Ai-li S. Chin and published by Stanford University Press. This book was released on 1970 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes bibliographical references.

Growing Old in a New China

Author : Rose K. Keimig
Publisher : Rutgers University Press
ISBN 13 : 1978813910
Total Pages : 209 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (788 download)

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Download or read book Growing Old in a New China written by Rose K. Keimig and published by Rutgers University Press. This book was released on 2021-02-12 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduction -- Filial children, benevolent parents -- Bodies in history, embodied histories -- Place & space, rhythm & routine -- Entanglements of care -- Care work -- Chronic living, delayed death -- Conclusion.

Aging China

Author : James H. Schulz
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 372 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Aging China written by James H. Schulz and published by . This book was released on 1987 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Community Eldercare Ecology in China

Author : Lin Chen
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 9811549605
Total Pages : 214 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (115 download)

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Download or read book Community Eldercare Ecology in China written by Lin Chen and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-06-12 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informed by the social-ecological framework, this book focuses on the development of Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) in urban China. Bringing a timely discussion around HCBS development in Shanghai, it presents an interplay of formal caregiving relationships, evolving caregiving culture, and the trajectory of long-term care in China. Drawing on surveys, in-depth interviews, and government archives, this book explores the emergence of one of the most developed HCBS programs in Shanghai, its development over the past decade, its administration and services, resource allocation, staff members’ work experiences, older adults’ service experiences, as well as service evaluation and improvements. Offering fresh insight into new forms of caregiving in community settings, and shaping a new discourse on caregiving policy, this book is a key read for both students and practitioners in the fields of long-term care, gerontology, geriatrics, health care, and health policy.