2013/03/25 by Sheung‐Tak Cheng, Terry Yat Sang Lum, L C W Lam +1 · 1 citation
Social Sciences · #Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving #Migration, Aging, and Tourism Studies #Health disparities and outcomes
paper · doi:10.1093/geront/gnt017
openalex publication_date 2013/03/25 · openalex created_date 2025/10/10 · openalex updated_date 2026/07/02
With a noninterventionist government and an ideology emphasizing family self-reliance, yet one of the oldest populations around the world, Hong Kong faces many unresolved policy issues in aging, including public financial support, long-term care, and the lack of health or mental health care policies for older people. Despite funding limitations, research is vibrant and population aging is drawing more researchers into the field. Following a review of some of the major research activities, we conclude with some observations on a few key issues for the field of gerontology to move forward with in Hong Kong.