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Routledge Caring for the Elderly in Japan and the US - Routledge Books

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Explore the evolving landscape of elder care through a cross-national lens. This volume from the Routledge Advances in Asia-Pacific Studies series examines the fundamental question of who cares for and about the elderly in a time of shifting demographics and changing social values. By providing an interdisciplinary perspective, the text compares the policies, practices, and interpretations of elder care in Japan and the United States. Readers gain access to diverse insights drawn from research studies, experimental programs, and personal experiences. This comparative approach allows for a deep look at how two different nations manage the challenges of an aging population at the turn of the century. This book is a valuable resource for those studying the social, medical, and legal aspects of aging. It offers a clear view of how different cultural and political frameworks shape the way society supports its older members. Whether you are looking at policy development or sociological trends, this volume provides the necessary context for understanding modern elder care systems.

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Provides a cross-national comparison between the elder care systems in Japan and the United States.

Offers an interdisciplinary perspective covering social, medical, and legal aspects of aging.

Includes diverse content based on research studies and experimental programs.

Integrates personal experiences to provide a well-rounded view of caregiving practices.

Examines how policies and interpretations of elder care are changing during a period of demographic shifts.

Part of the Routledge Advances in Asia-Pacific Studies series for academic depth.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0415223520
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Medical, Legal & Social Sciences > Anthropology & Sociology
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 10 February 2000
Listed Since: 05 February 2007

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