Transnational Parent-Care and Filial Piety
Author Information
Author(s): Yoon Joonsik
Primary Institution: Syracuse University
Hypothesis
How do first-generation Korean Americans navigate the challenges of providing care to their parents living in South Korea?
Conclusion
First-generation Korean Americans express a strong desire to uphold traditional filial values despite facing significant challenges in providing care from a distance.
Supporting Evidence
- Respondents expressed a strong obligation to support and care for their parents as they aged.
- Many respondents wanted to co-reside with their parents, reflecting traditional values.
- Respondents acknowledged significant obstacles in achieving their preferred care goals.
Takeaway
This study shows that many Korean Americans want to take care of their parents, but it's hard to do that when they live far away.
Methodology
Qualitative ethnographic study with in-depth interviews using an open-ended, semi-structured protocol.
Limitations
The study is limited to a small sample size of ten individuals, which may not represent the broader population.
Participant Demographics
First-generation Korean Americans.
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