Family structure and support for the oldest old: A cross-sectional study in Dujiangyan, China
Methods: Data were obtained through a questionnaire survey of 619 nonagenarians and centenarians in Dujiangyan and were analyzed by chi-square tests, Student t tests, and multivariate logistic regression models.
Results: This study revealed that an increased number of offspring might provide financial support for older people, but this does not necessarily translate into physical and emotional care.
Conclusion: It is clear that although alternative sources of support for older people are increasingly needed, in China the family will continue to play an important role in supporting older people.
Keywords: China; Oldest old; family structure; family support
Document Type: Research Article
Publication date: 01 December 2015
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