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Family Change and Family Policies in Contemporary China Traditions and Transcendence
By Hu Zhan
Copyright 2026
290 Pages
84 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
290 Pages
84 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
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This book examines the dramatic transformation of Chinese families in recent decades, analyzing how economic and social policies and changes have reshaped family structures and relationships.
The book explores government policy responses to emerging family- related challenges while balancing traditional values with modern realities.In seven detailed chapters, the author explores key aspects of... Read more
1. Introduction 2. Re-understanding of “traditional” Chinese families 3. The changing trends of family households in contemporary China 4. The aging family and living arrangements of the elderly 5. Family life of young people and intergenerational relations 6. Demand and supply of home services 7. Family development dilemmas and policy transformation 8. Tradition and transcendence: reconstructing modern family policy
Biography
Hu Zhan is Professor, Vice President of Fudan Institute on Ageing, and Deputy Director of Population and Development Policy Research Center at Fudan University, China. Hu’s research interests include demography, gerontology and public policy.
