Elder care in Korea: the future is now

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This article examines the relationship between aging, culture, and caregiving in Korea. The author maintains cultural shifts, such as more women entering the workforce, increased family mobility, and declines in fertility, are taking a toll on family caregiving, and argues the Korean government must institute social policies that address the need for long term care services for the elderly.

North Korea, Social aspects, Planning, Social policy, Working women, Long term care, Korea, Fertility, Migration, Internal, Internal migration

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Elder respect among young adults: exploration of behavioral forms in Korea

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The specific ways in which young adults treat the elderly with respect are explored. The meaning of a set of 14 forms of elder respect, certain cultural traits associated with the forms, changing expression of respect, and the need for future research are discussed.

Evaluation, Behavior, Influence, Young adults, Culture, Respect, Civilization

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Building on the benefits: assessing satisfaction and well-being in elder care

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The results of the interviews of primary caregivers are presented. It is found that the caregivers experience satisfaction in their role even when faced with challenging circumstances.

United States, Psychological aspects, Care and treatment, Surveys

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