International Journal of Human Ecology

The Korean Home Economics Association (대한가정학회)
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The Impacts of Two-day Weekend System on Living Culture Along with Efficient Countermeasures - Taiwan Experience

  • Hsu Meei-Ruey (Department of Human Development and Family Studies National Taiwan Normal University)
  • Published : 2002.12.01
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Abstract

The purpose of this study was to explore the amis of two-day weekend system, the attitudes of people towards the system, and people's actions taken under the system implementation in Taiwan. Several other factors together with the implementation of Two-day Weekend System and at least three interrelated factors are the spurs for families to adjust their family life styles. the interrelated factors are changing economy, changing demography, and changing technology. The strategies available for families are as follows: 1. Keeping simple family life 2. Looking for flexible jobs other than a fixed daytime schedule. 3. Taking the advantages of information technology. 4. Working and getting together with family members at home and outside of the home.

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