On growing old in America: perceptions of the Okinawan war bride.
The unique perceptions of aging of Okinawan war brides are presented through interviews with 15 subjects. They voiced their thoughts about a range of topics, including available support systems, effects of acculturation, and their sense of security as they approach old age. Pride in culture and fears of lost family connections are expressed as these women speculate about the demands of aging in America.
Lopez
Rebecca A
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Department of Social Work, California State University, 1250 Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90840, USA. rlopez@csulb.edu
Yamazato
Mamiko
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D000368:Aged; D000375:Aging / Q000208:ethnology* / Q000523:psychology*; D001290:Attitude / Q000208:ethnology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007564:Japan / Q000208:ethnology; D008875:Middle Aged; D018454:Spouses / Q000208:ethnology* / Q000523:psychology*; D014481:United States; D014857:Warfare