The Challenges Male Carers Face in Hong Kong: Implications for Practice and Policy

Leung, Lai‐ching

doi:10.1080/0312407x.2019.1660388

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“…The articles in this Issue are extremely diverse in their topics and methodologies, yet all share a common theme of deep exploration into corners of social work that contribute much to knowledge. The international flavour to this Issue is evident in the publications from Australia (Gatwiri et al, 2021;Modderman et al, 2021), New Zealand (Fox, 2021), Ghana (Adonteng-Kissi, 2021), Israel (Alhuzail & Segev, 2021), Taiwan (Lee, 2021), China (Lei et al, 2021), and Hong Kong (Leung, 2021). The research reported through these selected publications include very largescale quantitative studies of social work student perspectives on the concept of "person-inenvironment" in China (see Lei et al, 2021), to social work student attitudes towards Indigenous peoples in Taiwan (see Lee, 2021).…”

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“…Two papers in this Issue have focused on studies that explore the challenges of male caregivers in Hong Kong (see Leung, 2021), and service provision for older people in urban China (see Wenyi, 2021), both discussing the concept of filial piety and the ways in which knowledge of this concept provides a foundation from which to understand the place and role of family. The Leung (2021) study draws out more nuance in relation to gender and class, using an intersectionality framework, to explore the experiences of stigma and marginalisation in the male caring role. However, there is also a finding in this study about the positive effects on families and relationships with children when men change roles within families to take on more of the caregiving of children.…”

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Claiming and Expanding Social Work Knowledge in the International Space

McAuliffe

2021

Australian Social Work

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Claiming and Expanding Social Work Knowledge in the International Space

McAuliffe

2021

Australian Social Work

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The decision‐making process of palliative care among male caregivers of chronically ill patients‐A grounded theory study

Wang,

Lee,

Sun

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Int J of Nursing Practice

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BackgroundFamily caregivers have a vital role to play in palliative care for chronically ill patients. In Taiwan, caregiver demographics are evolving, with the number of male caregivers increasing. Gender differences influence psychosocial behaviours, thought processes and communication styles. In healthcare, acknowledgement of gender differences facilitates effective delivery of high‐quality care.AimThe aim of this study is to explore male caregivers' decision‐making process for palliative care for chronically ill family members.MethodsThis study employed grounded theory to generate a substantive theory of male caregivers' decision‐making process for palliative care for chronically ill family members. We recruited 22 male participants from three inner‐city teaching hospitals in Taiwan.FindingsRegarding the decision‐making process of palliative care of chronic ill family, where male caregivers do not want their loved ones suffering anymore, the male caregivers' decision‐making process was impacted, first, by caregivers' views on the last stage of life; second, by their wish for good care during the end of life; and third, by their conviction that the patients' wishes should be respected. Furthermore, caregivers' philosophy of life and death is also a supportive ground for decision‐making. This philosophy was influenced by their education in palliative care, financial status and religious beliefs and practices. The core category emerging from this study is encapsulated by a participant's assertion, ‘How difficult is it? There are no male and female differences’.ConclusionWe found that palliative care experiences of male caregivers are important for the decision‐making process for palliative care for their chronically ill family members. Caregivers want their loved ones to receive good care as the last step in life, to respect their wishes and no more suffering for the patient. Therefore, health professionals should be familiar with the palliative care process that caregivers go through to offer updated information when needed.

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What do We Know About Men and Masculinities in Hong Kong? A Scoping Review and Content Analysis

Tam,

Kwan

2024

The Journal of Men’s Studies

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In this review, we critically examine existing literature on men and masculinities in Hong Kong, focusing on Hong Kong Chinese masculinity. We employ a five-stage scoping review methodological framework, and analyzed twenty-five relevant studies. We identified themes such as breadwinner masculinity, work, family, social respectability, and manifestations of soft masculinity. The findings highlight the importance of masculinity for men’s well-being, and the need for further research. Specifically, age-specific studies, nuanced exploration of gender dynamics, and the interplay between family dynamics and masculinity. We also advocate for more focused examinations beyond the generic concept of “Chinese masculinity.” Our findings inform future research, interventions, and initiatives addressing masculinities in Hong Kong and beyond.

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The Challenges Male Carers Face in Hong Kong: Implications for Practice and Policy

Cited by 3 publications

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Claiming and Expanding Social Work Knowledge in the International Space

Claiming and Expanding Social Work Knowledge in the International Space

The decision‐making process of palliative care among male caregivers of chronically ill patients‐A grounded theory study

What do We Know About Men and Masculinities in Hong Kong? A Scoping Review and Content Analysis

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