The Role of Filial Piety in Aging and Caregiving Among Chinese and Chinese Americans
Author Information
Author(s): Xiao Chunhong, Jablonski Rita, Patrician Patricia, Montgomery Aoyjai, Wang Youhua, Markaki Adelais
Primary Institution: University of Alabama at Birmingham
Hypothesis
Understanding filial piety as it pertains to aging and caregiving among Chinese and Chinese Americans is expected to bridge the cultural chasm in health care and improve the quality of rendered services.
Conclusion
Filial piety significantly influences caregiving dynamics and health outcomes for Chinese and Chinese Americans.
Supporting Evidence
- Filial obligation is seen as a cultural gene.
- Altruism and familial solidarity are key components of filial piety.
- Societal expectations influence caregiving roles.
- Filial piety impacts caregiver burden and well-being.
Takeaway
Filial piety means that children feel a strong duty to take care of their parents, which can help them and their families in many ways.
Methodology
Data extraction and analysis were conducted using four databases following Walker and Avant’s method.
Participant Demographics
Chinese and Chinese Americans.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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