Implications of China’s filial piety culture for contemporary Elderly Care
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https://doi.org/10.1590/0101-3173.2022.v45esp2.p69Parole chiave:
Filial piety, Chinese culture, Aging societyAbstract
Filial piety is a core value in ancient Chinese culture, and it still exerts significant influence on the attitudes, behavior and daily life of Chinese people today. At present, China is facing an increasingly aging population and the concern how to properly care for the elderly. Through the vertical review of filial piety in China’s history, two constant elements, namely support and respect, stands out among China’s traditions. There is an argument that addressing the contemporary elderly care problem requires the adequate support from two perspectives, material support from families and societies for the aged and spiritual caring for them. It is further argued that any approaches aimed at addressing contemporary elderly care issue should take into consideration the actual social and culture conditions in China, including the cultural traditions of filial piety.
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Received: 26/4/2021 - Accept: 06/12/2021
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