ATTITUDES AND BELIEFS ON INTERGENERATIONAL FAMILIAL CARE: IMPLICATIONS FOR FUTURE CARE POLICY IN LEBANON
2024
Attitudes on Family Care in Lebanon
Sample size: 500
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Author Information
Author(s): Bcherraoui Myriam Al, Ajrouch Kristine, Antonucci Toni
Primary Institution: University of Michigan
Hypothesis
How do age, gender, and education level influence beliefs about elder care in Lebanon?
Conclusion
The study found that closer relationships with children lead to stronger support for government-led elder care.
Supporting Evidence
- Familial obligation is a key cultural value in Lebanon.
- Older adults are living longer and often with health conditions.
- Solidarity in family relationships can have both positive and negative effects on caregiving.
Takeaway
In Lebanon, people believe that taking care of older family members is important, and having a good relationship with your kids makes you think the government should help with that care.
Methodology
Data was collected from the Family Ties and Aging study in Beirut, Lebanon, using regression analyses.
Participant Demographics
Adults aged 18-91 from Beirut, Lebanon.
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