On being a grandmother

Article Abstract:

This article discusses the roles grandmothers play in contemporary society. The author, providing a personal narrative of her own experience as a grandmother, examines her responsibilities as mother, career woman, and grandmother, maintaining grandmothers have direct and indirect influence over their grandchildren's lives.

Grandparent and child, Grandparent-child relations, Working mothers

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Contemplating grandmotherhood

Article Abstract:

This article provides a personal narrative of a woman who examines how the prospect of grandmotherhood contributed to her personal growth. The author discusses how preparing to become a grandmother has helped her prioritize family responsibilities with her demanding career as an academic.

Career development, Interpersonal relations

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Preface: why grandmothers?

Article Abstract:

This article examines the role of grandmother in contemporary society. The author, focusing on advancements in medical technology and the changes in social security, argues grandmothers need to be given a stronger voice in society and not be treated as part of the past.

Aged, Elderly, Demographic aspects, Social security, Political participation, Medical technology

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