Joy Luck Club: The health benefits of daughters-in-law
Thursday, July 24, 2008 - 13:14
in Psychology & Sociology
In a new twist on the Confucian ideal of filial piety, a study finds that the assistance of daughters-in-law - but not their own children - helps mitigate depression among older people in China. This is particularly true in rural areas, where elders may rely more heavily on family to be support providers.