Overview

This book delivers timely research on the various interfaces of family and work, and their impacts on individual wellbeing in East and Southeast Asia.

Focus Areas

It highlights changing family structures and processes, with special attention to inter-generational relationships, gender roles, cultural norms and employment.

Research Approach

The book presents both qualitative and quantitative research works, adopting a comparative approach to analyze a number of demographics.

In-Depth Studies

In-depth field studies are also included, which present in detail the daily efforts of certain populations to attain better living standards by mobilizing available resources from within and outside the family.

Significance

As such, the book is a valuable addition to contemporary research perspectives on family, work and living conditions in Asia.