Changes in Korean Family Structure and the Conflicts of Ideology and Practice in Early Socialization

Working mothers and the issues of socialized childcare constitute one of the most dynamic fields in which the contradictions of contemporary Korea can be seen. The dominant ideologies still dictate that mothers stay in the home, but in reality, the majority of mothers work outside the home.

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Published in:Korea journal 2001-12, Vol.41 (4), p.123-143
Main Author: Chung, Byung-ho
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Asian people
Child care
Conflict
Cultural values
Day care centers
Families & family life
Family relations
Family structure
Gender roles
Ideology
Social change
Socialization
South Korea
Working mothers
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Summary:Working mothers and the issues of socialized childcare constitute one of the most dynamic fields in which the contradictions of contemporary Korea can be seen. The dominant ideologies still dictate that mothers stay in the home, but in reality, the majority of mothers work outside the home.
ISSN:0023-3900
2733-9343