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The consequences of belonging: conflict management techniques among Japanese Americans
Author(s)	Susan K Tomita
Journal title	Journal of Elder Abuse & Neglect, vol 9, no 3, 1998
Pages	pp 41-68
Source	http://www.tandfonline.com
Keywords	Elder abuse ; Ethnic groups ; Social roles ; Family relationships ; United States of America ; Japan.
Annotation	Cultural variables have been suggested as possible sources of variation in the incidence and presentation of elder abuse in different ethnic groups, yet there is a paucity of studies specifying those variables. This qualitative research project conducted among Japanese Americans examined the relationship of cultural patterns to the problem of mistreatment of older people. Grounded theory analysis of 27 transcripts revealed that behaviours in conflict situations are heavily influenced by group loyalty. The consequences of placing the group above the individual involved a quiet manoeuvring and promoting harmony through accommodation. This may result in elder abuse not being identified or treated. The authors suggest that current practice methods may need to be modified with this population to include triadic management and treatment of the individual within a group context. (AKM).
Accession Number	CPA-980715403 A
Classmark	QNT: TK: TM5: DS:SJ: 7T: 7DT
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