Yоu. Family as a factor in the continuation of labor activity by pensioners in China and Russia
https://doi.org/10.26907/2079-5912.2022.1.10-16
Abstract
In the article, the author investigates the role of the family as a factor in the continuation of work by pensioners. The concept of intergenerational transfers is the theoretical basis for considering the family as a factor in the decision to continue working by retirees. The author assumes that in the family the older and younger generations voluntarily provide each other with material assistance. A comparison is made of intergenerational transfers involving working and non-working pensioners in Russia and China. Based on the results of a sociological study, it has been established that in Russia and China the intergenerational transfer model dominates, which involves the assistance of working pensioners - children and grandchildren. Moreover, this model is implemented in different forms. Working pensioners in Russia directly support their children and grandchildren by providing them with material assistance. In turn, Chinese retirees seek to reduce the economic "burden" on the younger generations by continuing to work and self-supporting. A similar model is being implemented in extended families. The recipients of aid are mostly non-working pensioners who live separately from their children and grandchildren.
About the Author
You Min
Yaroslavl State University. P.G. Demidov
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Min Yоu, Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology
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Min Y. Yоu. Family as a factor in the continuation of labor activity by pensioners in China and Russia. The Kazan Socially-Humanitarian Bulletin. 2022;(1 (52)):10-16. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.26907/2079-5912.2022.1.10-16
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