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Book SynopsisIn the traditional Chinese culture, families showed several characteristics. First, male members generally held a superior position whereas females typically occupied a submissive role. Second, under the strong influence of Confucianism, filial piety was strongly upheld with a central focus on the father-son relationship. Third, because of the importance of maintaining harmony in the family, the collective interest (ie: family interest) was placed above individual interest. In this book we try to convey the traditional and contemporary influences of parenting and family life in Hong Kong. We also attempt to conduct more theoretical integration and consider ways that can help to promote the family life of adolescents in the Chinese setting.
Table of ContentsIntroduction; Parenting and Family Life in Hong Kong: Traditional Perspective, Contemporary Research and Intervention; Parental Expectations amongst Chinese Parents in Hong Kong: Profiles and Demographic Correlates; Gendered Expectation towards Sons and Daughters in Chinese Parents in Hong Kong; Division of Labor in Parenting amongst Chinese Parents in Hong Kong; Parental Beliefs about Parental Roles and Responsibilities in Chinese Parents: Pioneer Findings; Parenting in Contemporary Hong Kong: Observations and Reflections; Di Zi Gui (Standards for Being a Good Student and Child): Implications for Children and Youth Development And Parenting; Promotion of Family Life Quality amongst Adolescents: The Project P.A.T.H.S. in Hong Kong; About the Editors; About the Department of Applied Social Sciences, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hunghom, Hong Kong; About the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development; About the Book Series Public health: Practices, Methods And Policies; Index.
