Friday, 16 August 2019

Unmet family expectations linked to increased mortality among older Chinese Americans

Filial piety—the traditional value of caring for one's elders—is foundational to the Chinese concept of family and greatly influences intergenerational relationships. When older Chinese adults' expectations of care exceed receipt, however, it can lead to increased mortality risks, according to a new Rutgers study.

source https://medicalxpress.com/news/2019-08-unmet-family-linked-mortality-older.html