1 . How the Elderly Are Treated Around the World
How cultures view and treat their elderly is closely linked to their most prized values and qualities.
In the US and UK, Protestantism (新教) is at play. Western cultures tend to be youth-centric, stressing qualities like independence.
In France, parents are protected by law. It is difficult to imagine an Elderly Rights Law being a focus in the laws of many Western cultures. France did, however, pass a similar law in 2004.
The way to care for Chinese elders is changing. Chinese families traditionally view respect for one’s elders as the highest virtue, according to the Confucian tradition. Adult children are generally expected to care for their parents in their old age.
A.However, this tradition is beginning to break down due to rising lifetime and an aging population. |
B.In the African-American area, death is seen as an opportunity to celebrate life. |
C.Here’s what we can learn from other cultures about treating the elderly. |
D.But China faces the unique problem of tending to an increasingly elderly population. |
E.Native American elders pass down their knowledge. |
F.It was only passed following two disturbing events, though. |
G.This relates back to the Protestant work rules. |