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Famílias imigrantes, cuidados aos idosos e género: um estudo de famílias imigrantes no Luxemburgo com familiares idosos no país de origem
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A crescente globalização e o aumento da mobilidade humana são realidades incontestáveis no mundo contemporâneo. Os indivíduos, as culturas e as formas de compreender o mundo atravessam fronteiras, alterando estilos de vida e estabelecendo novos vínculos noutras geografias. Outra realidade refere-se ao envelhecimento populacional e às preocupações relacionadas com os cuidados aos idosos. Num cenário de migração, estas questões adquirem grande dimensão. O fenómeno do envelhecimento populacional preocupa os familiares, as instituições governamentais e políticas e a sociedade.
O presente estudo procura compreender como os familiares da pessoa idosa gerem o seu quotidiano e os cuidados à distância. Para tal, foi adotada uma abordagem qualitativa de caráter indutivo. Numa perspetiva interseccional de relações de género, procurou-se compreender as práticas dos cuidados, as dificuldades e as (des)igualdades que permeiam essas relações no contexto familiar dos entrevistados.
A pesquisa sublinha que a interseccionalidade das relações de género no âmbito dos cuidados à distância apresenta complexidades e desafios para os familiares, considerando as dimensões culturais, económicas, sociais e emocionais envolvidas. Ademais, destaca que os cuidados à distância são frequentemente atribuídos às mulheres, refletindo normas culturais tradicionais, além de sentimentos de dever moral e filial. Assim como sentimentos de culpa, impotência e tristeza. O estudo revela a importância dos meios de comunicação em rede na aproximação das famílias e na partilha dos cuidados à distância. A investigação permitiu-nos avaliar a complexidade dos cuidados transnacionais, abrir reflexões para estudos futuros e apontar caminhos para novas abordagens.
In the contemporary world, globalization and human mobility are indisputable realities. Individuals, cultures, and worldviews transcend national borders, transforming lifestyles and forging new connections across diverse geographical regions. Another salient contemporary reality concerns the aging population and the pressing concerns surrounding elderly care. Within the context of migration, these issues assume a heightened dimension. The phenomenon of an ageing population is causing concern among family members, society, government and political institutions. This study seeks to understand how family members of the elderly manage their daily lives and care at a distance. To this end, an inductive qualitative approach was adopted. From an intersectional perspective of gender relations, we sought to understand the care practices, difficulties and (dis)equalities that permeate these relationships in the family context of the interviewees. The research shows that the intersectionality of gender relations in the context of distance care presents complexities and challenges for family members, considering the cultural, economic, social and emotional dimensions involved. In addition, it is noteworthy that distance care is often attributed to women, reflecting traditional cultural norms, as well as feelings of moral and filial duty. Also, feelings of guilt, powerlessness and sadness. The study reveals the importance of networked media in bringing families closer together and sharing care at a distance. The research has allowed us to assess the complexity of transnational care and to open reflections for future studies and point the way to new approaches.
In the contemporary world, globalization and human mobility are indisputable realities. Individuals, cultures, and worldviews transcend national borders, transforming lifestyles and forging new connections across diverse geographical regions. Another salient contemporary reality concerns the aging population and the pressing concerns surrounding elderly care. Within the context of migration, these issues assume a heightened dimension. The phenomenon of an ageing population is causing concern among family members, society, government and political institutions. This study seeks to understand how family members of the elderly manage their daily lives and care at a distance. To this end, an inductive qualitative approach was adopted. From an intersectional perspective of gender relations, we sought to understand the care practices, difficulties and (dis)equalities that permeate these relationships in the family context of the interviewees. The research shows that the intersectionality of gender relations in the context of distance care presents complexities and challenges for family members, considering the cultural, economic, social and emotional dimensions involved. In addition, it is noteworthy that distance care is often attributed to women, reflecting traditional cultural norms, as well as feelings of moral and filial duty. Also, feelings of guilt, powerlessness and sadness. The study reveals the importance of networked media in bringing families closer together and sharing care at a distance. The research has allowed us to assess the complexity of transnational care and to open reflections for future studies and point the way to new approaches.
Description
Tese de Mestrado em Relações Interculturais, apresentada à Universidade Aberta
Keywords
Cuidado dos familiares à distância Envelhecimento Famílias migrantes Migrações internacionais Relações de género Luxemburgo Distance care Ageing Migrant families International migration Gender relations