Abstract:This study investigates the association between the family structure and the perceived filial obligations. Despite remarkable changes in family structures in recent decades (e.g., the increasing share of step relations), only a few studies have explored the association between complex family structures and perceived filial obligations. Using data from the German Family Panel (pairfam) (N = 8,709), we investigated the attitudes of younger and middle-aged adults toward the responsibilities of supporting older pa… Show more
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