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The chapter considers the impact of demographic and social changes on the traditional Chinese family model. In particular, it considers whether the Chinese family is becoming more individualistic and nuclear as in other parts of Asia. In light of this discussion, the chapter considers the implications for elder care, with a focus on the availability of sons and daughters to provide practical support and care, the impact this is having on the type of care provided, and how this may influence the physical and mental well-being of older adults in China.

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Changing Chinese Family and Implications for Elder Care

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    2025年

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  • Sarah Harper,
  • Yanan Zhang

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The chapter considers the impact of demographic and social changes on the traditional Chinese family model. In particular, it considers whether the Chinese family is becoming more individualistic and nuclear as in other parts of Asia. In light of this discussion, the chapter considers the implications for elder care, with a focus on the availability of sons and daughters to provide practical support and care, the impact this is having on the type of care provided, and how this may influence the physical and mental well-being of older adults in China.