Aging in Chinese Society A Holistic Approach to the Experience of Aging in Taiwan and Singapore

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.Jernigan, Homer L. is the author of 'Aging in Chinese Society A Holistic Approach to the Experience of Aging in Taiwan and Singapore' with ISBN 9781560242734 and ISBN 1560242736.