Chinese Values Research Articles

Культурные ценности: их связь с аттитюдами и поведением в отношении пожилых людей

<p>In Asian societies, the quality of life among senior citizens depends on the support they receive from their younger generation. Accordingly, this study adopted the 'value-attitude-behavior hierarchy' in examining the impacts of Chinese traditional cultural values on the attitudes and behaviors of Malaysian Chinese adolescents towards senior citizens. 482 Malaysian Chinese adolescents were recruited for participation in a purposive sampling and surveys. Participants were asked to fill three scales: Chinese values survey, Kogan’s attitudes towards older people, and interaction with older people. The results implied that traditional cultural values significantly impact the attitudes of these Chinese adolescents toward senior citizens. Besides, the attitudes toward older people are associated with interaction with older people. In addition, the findings also showed that attitudes toward senior citizens are statistical mediators of the cultural values impact on adolescents' interaction with senior citizens. The results supported applying the value-attitude-behavior hierarchy to better understand the influence of cultural values on the attitudes and behaviors toward senior citizens. Besides, the results also indicate that perseverance in particular cultural values will help the younger generation to improve the intergenerational relationships, especially among the younger generation whose values have been changing to individualistic ideas.</p>

Система дискурсивных понятий тайваньской реальности. Опыт создания краткого толкового словаря

The purpose of the study is to present a model for understanding foreign language (Taiwan Guoyu) discursive reality, aimed at Russian sinologists and, more widely, native speakers of the Russian language, based on a potentially expandable glossary (minimal at this stage) of basic concepts (topics of communication). Scientific novelty: for the first time, a minimum set of communication concepts of the linguistic environment of Taiwan was substantiated and formed (as a short glossary, explanatory dictionary). The previous studies described only “general” Chinese realities and values supposed to be transferred by default to the Chinese world as a whole. A comparative analysis and description of concepts with a focus on decomposition into denotative, significative and connotative components was carried out for the first time. As a result, the specificity of the basic discursive concepts of Taiwanese reality has been identified, including differences from synonymous/homonymous concepts in Russian and/or Mainland discursive reality, a list of concepts with interpretations has been proposed, and the prerequisites have been created for further study and the formation of a new direction in explorations.

Teachers' Attitudes towards Incorporating Martial Arts in Physical Education and its Influence in Students’ Cultural Awareness

It is vital to promote Chinese culture and values through martial arts education, and the curriculum should reflect this cultural history. With this in mind, the research will seeks to investigate perception of Physical Education teachers on Martial Arts Education and its cultural awareness of the students. taking into consideration diverse sociocultural backgrounds and beliefs. This study used a quantitative-comparative-correlational research design, which combined quantitative research, comparative research, and correlational research to examine the attitudes of Physical Education teachers (PE) towards Martial Arts Education and the cultural awareness of students. 70 PE teachers were selected to participate at a renowned university in Beijing, China. Physical education teachers generally have positive attitudes towards martial arts education, focusing on beliefs, engagement, and social norms. However, some teachers express less confidence, suggesting opportunities for professional development. Cultural awareness among martial arts students is high, with teachers encouraging understanding and respect. A weak negative correlation exists between attitudes and socio-cultural awareness.

Reasons for Arab Cultural Attraction to China: An Analytical Reading

Abstract This paper aims to identify the most prominent cultural reasons that have strengthened China’s position and image in the Arab world in the last three decades, especially after China promotes the Belt and Road Initiative in 2013. The Arab cultural attraction to China has its roots in ancient history, where the Silk Road linked China to the Arab world. In contemporary times, elements of this attraction include China’s successful development model, friendly bilateral relations, and Chinese cultural values that are well-received by Arabs. The Belt and Road Initiative has contributed to the promotion of China-Arab relations at all levels. To overcome obstacles to deepening these relations, cultural efforts and initiatives should be intensified between the two parties to establish authentic knowledge based on mutual respect and mental integrity.

Russian and Chinese national personalities: based on the material of phraseological units, proverbs and sayings with the concept of "family"

This article is devoted to the characteristics of Russian and Chinese national personalities based on the material of phraseological units, proverbs and sayings with the concept of "family". The subject of this study is the Russian national personality (RNL) and the Chinese national personality (CNL). The object of the study is the universal and national-specific linguistic and cultural features of Russian and Chinese national personalities. The practical significance of the work lies in the fact that the lexico-semantic and linguocultural analysis of phraseological units, proverbs and sayings of family subjects can be used in educational activities in courses of lexicology, linguoculturology, linguistic and cultural studies, sociolinguistics. The provisions and conclusions of the study can be applied in lexicographic practice in compiling dictionaries of phraseological units, as well as in the practice of teaching Russian as a foreign language, spreading Chinese culture in Russia. To solve the problem, the following research methods are used: the method of continuous sampling of material from dictionaries of the Russian and Chinese languages, the method of linguistic and cultural commentary and the comparative-contrastive method. Russian and Chinese national personalities are considered for the first time in the article, which has not previously been described in a comparative aspect, the traditional spiritual and cultural value of the family of Russian and Chinese personalities is analyzed for the first time, their stereotypical ideas and attitudes towards marriage, love, woman, man, wife, husband, parents, children, and relations to relatives are indicated which indicate common or different cultural attitudes among representatives of both linguistic cultures. This is the scientific novelty of this study. The study shows that phraseological units, proverbs and sayings with the concept of family recorded in Russian and Chinese lexicographic sources differ in quantitative and substantive terms. Russian and Chinese personalities view such traditional family values as marriage, love, woman, man, wife, husband, parents, children, relatives, etc. in different ways. For the Chinese, family and kinship relations are of great importance, the preservation of which is carried out with the help of such cultural values as marital harmony, procreation, filial piety, fraternal friendship, peaceful family relations.

A Study of the English Translation of Wen Xin Diao Long from the Perspective of Medio-Translatology Based on Three English Versions of Cheng Qi

Wen Xin Diao Long is a classical literary commentary in ancient China, which has both Chinese traditional literary thoughts and educational values. Based on the vigorous development of Chinese traditional literature translation study and the present situation of English translation research on Wen Xin Diao Long, this paper aims to study the commonality and differences between the three translators Shi Youzhong[Vincent Yu-chung Shih], Huang Zhaojie and Yang Guobin in dealing with the phenomenon of creative treason and cultural imagery transmission in the English translation of Cheng Qi in Wen Xin Diao Long from the perspective of Medio-translatology, explores the different ways of dealing with the original text and the translation of traditional cultural elements in the three translators’ translation, and discusses the role and influence of translators’ subjectivity and cultural factors, with a view to promoting its overseas translation and English translation studies.

Research on international Chinese education and cultural teaching in the new era

International Chinese education and cultural teaching play a vital role in the construction of China's cultural power. This paper firstly expounds the significance of international Chinese education and culture teaching, which mainly includes three aspects: enhancing learners' Chinese learning level, spreading Chinese cultural values, and enhancing Chinese cultural soft power. Then, it briefly analyzes the current situation of international Chinese education and culture teaching, like emphasizing communicative culture teaching and neglecting knowledge culture teaching; emphasizing explicit culture teaching and neglecting implicit culture teaching. Finally, it puts forward the strategy of international Chinese education and culture teaching, which is to balance explicit culture and implicit culture, and renew the teaching concept. The research shows that international Chinese education plays a positive role in the process of promoting the construction of China's cultural power.

The Pathways to Join, Engage in, and Quit Sexual Orientation Change Efforts (SOCE): A Qualitative Study of Sexual Minority Individuals who Self-Initiated SOCE in Hong Kong

ABSTRACT Despite the growing recognition of their harmful effects, sexual orientation change efforts (SOCE) continue to be practiced in various societies. This study examines the experiences of 11 sexual minority individuals in Hong Kong who have undergone SOCE. The findings reveal the pervasive influence of deeply ingrained homonegativity values within religious, family, educational, and soiocultural contexts during LGBTQ+ individuals’ formative years. These prevailing stigmas compelled them to pursue SOCE through different methods. However, these methods have been proven ineffective and psychologically harmful, leading to increased distress and internalized homonegativity. The availability of knowledge and access to affirming LGBTQ+ values within religious, community, and sociocultural spheres played a crucial role in helping the respondents come to accept their sexual orientation and cease their attempts at SOCE. This study shed light on how the interplay of Chinese familial values and Christian doctrine in Hong Kong contributes to the promotion of homonegativity, consequently restricting the diverse expressions of sexuality. It is important to recognize that the notion of individuals actively “choosing” to undergo SOCE is misguided, as these decisions are often driven by social stigma and external pressures. Progress in this area requires confronting the systemic heteronormativity embedded within Hong Kong’s cultural fabric.

“A constant negotiation”: A qualitative exploration and preliminary model of sexual orientation disclosure among gay Chinese/Chinese American male emerging adults

Introduction Disclosing one’s sexual minority identity, known as “coming out,” can be challenging for gay Chinese/Chinese Americans due to cultural values such as collectivism, filial piety, and adherence to traditional gender roles. Method A mixed methods exploratory study was conducted with gay Chinese/Chinese American male emerging adults in New York City. Result Nine participants, average age 22.6 years (SD 2.2, range: 19–25), were interviewed; five were raised in a Western country, four were raised in China. Thematic analysis of the qualitative data yielded five themes: (1) discovery and acceptance of sexual orientation, (2) concealment, (3) deciding to disclose, (4) disclosing to others, and (5) consequences of disclosure. Most participants easily accepted their gay identity though concealed this identity from their families. Participants raised in China took longer to disclose their sexual orientation compared to those raised in Western countries. A preliminary, culturally-tailored model of sexual orientation disclosure is proposed with two parallel processes: the personal self (identity awareness, identity acceptance) and public self (identity concealment, identity negotiation). Conclusion Chinese cultural values influence the expression of sexual minority identities. Disclosure is not static, but rather a “constant negotiation” dependent on context. Clinicians should facilitate exploration of sexual orientation alongside racial/ethnic identity.

Cross-cultural validation of the Chinese cultural value scale in tourism

This study aims to validate the Chinese Cultural Value Scale in Tourism (CCV-T) across cultures, using a sample of 405 Australian tourists. Through the application of Confirmatory Composite Analysis (CCA) within Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM), the study demonstrates that the CCV-T scale exhibits excellent measurement qualities, including indicator reliability, construct reliability, convergent validity, discriminant validity, and nomological validity. The CCV-T scale comprises five dimensions: Life and Leisure Enjoyment (LLE), Filial Piety and Relationship (FPR), Self-fulfilment, Righteousness, and Humanity, consisting of 17 measurement items. The findings indicate that this scale is suitable for use with Australian tourists, representing a Western cultural context. Moreover, the CCV-T scale demonstrates its potential as a universal tool for measuring cultural values in tourism, applicable across various cultural and national contexts. This makes it a valuable instrument for future cross-cultural studies focusing on cultural values within the realm of tourism. This study makes a significant contribution to the field of cultural value studies in tourism by establishing a scale that is valid across different cultures. Industry professionals and policymakers can utilize this scale and its dimensions for purposes such as tourism product development and policy creation.

Political Education and Children's Political Cognition in China

Abstract: The importance of children's political cognition as integral to the formation of their political attitudes into adulthood has been well documented in Western contexts. Whether such an association holds in China, however, is less well-known. Building on the political psychology theory of cognitive process, this article utilises the picture association test to analyse how children form their political cognition in China. The authors report five findings. First, the proximity to (a familiarity with) the police and the most prominent political leaders in children's political images are the entry points for children to connect with and enter the political system. Second, despite the shift from recognition of individual authority figures to system cognition in children's political cognition in other countries, Chinese children's political cognition based on leadership figures remains deep-rooted and persistent. Third, children's political cognition is closely related to their cognitive level, as they tend to grasp basic knowledge and political principles by 13 to 14 years old. Fourth, children's political cognition is not only related to their school education but it also has an impact on their subjective social experience. Fifth, children's attitudes and evaluations of authority figures are closely related to Chinese political values that emphasise benevolence and justice, and also to China's hierarchical trust in government.

From Traditional to Digital: An Analysis of New Media Documentary and Its Effects on Domestic Communication in China

In response to the burgeoning Chinese Internet and mobile Internet landscape, new media has consistently undergone rapid evolution, subsequently ushering in a novel era for Chinese documentary filmmaking. As the documentary genre coalesces with new media, the emergent works, specifically designed for audiences in the digital age, are termed new media documentaries. These productions distinguish themselves from conventional documentaries in several ways, including investment and production by Internet companies, utilisation of innovative broadcasting techniques, and adoption of unconventional narrative structures. Moreover, new media documentaries strive to expand their business models and audience reach, as well as actively promote Chinese culture and values domestically. In this article, we examine and deliberate the influence of Chinese new media documentaries on the nations cultural landscape.

A Study on the Cultural Differences Between Chinese and American Realistic Films: A Case Study of Dying to Survive and Dallas Buyers Club

Dying to Survive and Dallas Buyers Club are two films centered around realistic themes, exploring the challenges faced by patients. Despite their shared focus on healthcare conditions, the films differ in their portrayal, thematic perspectives, and cultural implications due to varying production origins and cultural contexts. In terms of presentation, Dying to Survive employs humor and exaggeration against the backdrop of the drug trade, using satire and comedy to highlight Chinas healthcare system flaws and societal issues. Conversely, Dallas Buyers Club prioritizes realism, grounded in actual events and characters, shedding light on problems within the American healthcare setup. From a thematic standpoint, Dying to Survive probes Chinas medical system intricacies, legality of drug trade, and patients struggles. It tells a tale of ordinary individuals battling to survive and help others, critiquing and urging reform in Chinas medical landscape. On the other hand, Dallas Buyers Club delves into the US healthcare system, focusing on a protagonist who sells drugs illicitly for survival. The narrative confronts the mainstream medical establishment, evoking questions and introspection on Americas healthcare system. Culturally, Dying to Survive mirrors Chinese values, showcasing altruism and disdain for exorbitant drug costs. Meanwhile, Dallas Buyers Club mirrors American ideals of individual rights and freedoms, depicting one persons quest for survival and liberty, embodying core American values.

Measurement of Health-Related Quality of Life in Individuals With Rare Diseases in China: Nation-Wide Online Survey.

Rare diseases (RDs) affect millions of people worldwide, and these diseases can severely impact the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of those affected. Despite this, there is a lack of research measuring HRQoL using the EQ-5D-5L, which is one of the most widely used generic preference-based instruments to measure HRQoL in populations living with RDs. This study aimed to measure HRQoL using the EQ-5D-5L in a large number of patients with various types of RDs in China, and to examine the relationship between respondents' socioeconomic characteristics and preference-based health utility scores. The data used in this study were obtained from a web-based survey conducted in China. The survey aimed to explore and understand the health and socioeconomic status of patients with RDs in China. We recruited registered and eligible members, including patients or their primary caregivers, from 33 RD patient associations to complete the questionnaires via their internal social networks. HRQoL was measured using the EQ-5D-5L utility score, which was calculated based on an established Chinese value set. Utility scores have been presented based on demographics and disease-related information. Univariate linear regression analysis was used to assess the differences in the EQ-5D-5L utility scores between subgroups. A total of 12,502 respondents completed the questionnaire and provided valid responses, including 6919 self-completed respondents and 5583 proxy-completed respondents. Data from 10,102 participants over the age of 12 years were elicited for analysis. Among patients with RDs, 65.3% (6599/10,102), 47.5% (4799/10,102), 47.0% (4746/10,102), 24.8% (2506/10,102), and 18.4% (1855/10,102) reported no problems for "self-care," "usual activities," "mobility," "pain/discomfort," and "anxiety/depression," respectively. A full health state was reported by 6.0% (413/6902) and 9.2% (295/3200) of self- and proxy-completed patients, respectively. Among self-completed patients, 69.9% (4826/6902) and 50.4% (3478/6902) reported no problems for "self-care" and "usual activities," respectively, whereas only 17.7% (1223/6902) reported problems for "anxiety/depression." Proxy-completed respondents showed a higher proportion of reporting extreme problems than self-completed respondents in all 5 dimensions. The mean utility scores reported by self- and proxy-completed respondents were 0.691 and 0.590, respectively. Different types of caregivers reported different utility scores, and among them, proxy-completed (mother) respondents reported the highest mean utility score. The establishment of a normative profile for RD patients can facilitate patients' adaptation and assess the effectiveness of interventions to improve the HRQoL and well-being of this population. Differences between self- and proxy-completed HRQoL assessed by the EQ-5D-5L have been identified in this study. This finding highlights the importance of incorporating perspectives from both patients and their proxies in clinical practice. Further development of the patient cohort is necessary to assess long-term changes in HRQoL in the RD population.

Recent Trend in the Prevalence and Correlates of Depression Among Chinese Young Adults from 2010 to 2018

As a result of globalization, Chinese young adults who transit to adulthood currently are being exposed to a combination of traditional Chinese values such as collectivism and Confucian philosophy, as well as Western individualism. We analyzed the trends in depression prevalence within an 8-year period using panel data derived from young adults in China. The investigation further delved into the multifaceted correlates of depression, including demographic profiles, health-related parameters, and consequential life events. Data were obtained from five cycles, 2010 to 2018, of the China Family Panel Studies (CFPS). Participants included adults aged 18 to 24 years (total analytic sample N = 15,442). Depression symptoms increased in prevalence in Chinese young adults over the eight years; therefore, depression screening should be regularly conducted in this demographic. This study highlights the issue’s gravity and suggests potential correlations with cultural, regional economic development level, gender, religion, hukou (household registration), lifestyle, chronic health conditions, on-going school attendance, and marital factors.

Determinants of Work Engagement Among Doctors in Public Hospitals in China: A Conceptual Study

In China, doctors are not only the core of hospital development, but also the core of medical service system. The decisions and actions of doctors directly affect the quantity, quality, and price of health services. The mood of doctors will affect the work enthusiasm, which will affect the work engagement, and the work enthusiasm will directly affect the work efficiency and external service quality. The Chinese government hopes that every doctor in every hospital especially in public hospitals can have a good work engagement. It has become a very important issue to improve the work engagement of public hospitals in China. At present, many researches on work engagement are carried out under the western cultural background. In China, there are few researches related to the degree of involvement in China. Chinese work values are unique qualities of Chinese people. This conceptual study constructs a basic conceptual conceptual research framework through the JD-R model. By adding Chinese work values into the framework and proposing a new conceptual framework, the relationship between work demand, work resources and work engagement is adjusted. This conceptual study also provides valuable reference significance for future research on work engagement in Chinese public hospitals.

Sharing peer advice: A case study of Chinese patients’ narratives in an online support group for mental health

Recent health communication studies have begun to look at online illness narratives, showing how narratives are used to report patients’ experience or to offer medical advice in various online contexts. However, few studies have sought to explore the communicative features of these online narratives in the Chinese context. Given the insufficient and uneven distribution of mental health resources and the intense stigma attached, an increasing number of Chinese patients with mental disorders are turning to online support groups (OSGs) for advice. We have limited understanding of Chinese patients’ lived experience or the potential of online illness narratives to be interpersonal tools for sharing advice. Drawing on computer-mediated discourse analysis, this study scrutinises narrative passages from a Chinese OSG to illustrate how individuals with mental illness interact in an online advisory context. The detailed analysis of narrative functions unpacks the potential of OSGs to provide storytelling opportunities for Chinese patients with mental disorders, allowing them to voice their concerns and experiences within the peer-to-peer network of relational understanding and support. This study also identifies a distinct feature of narrative activities in this online advisory context – the illness blog – and illustrates how its occurrence is related to the Chinese sociocultural values. This study can help raise awareness of illness narratives as a communication tool and facilitate culturally sensitive reactions of healthcare professionals towards patients’ narratives.

Exploring the Travel Experience of Chinese Solo Female Travelers Through a Gender and Cultural Lens

ABSTRACT Due to exponential growth across the globe, solo female travel is emerging as a popular area of research and scholarship. Existing studies on the phenomenon have had focus on the characteristics of solo female travelers, providing a basic descriptive understanding of motivations and outcomes. Limited research has examined how gender and culture determine, shape and reinforce solo female travel experiences. To explore the intersection between culture, gender and solo female travel, this research is guided by an interpretivist phenomenological qualitative approach which consisted of an analysis of 41 blogs, combined with 12 in-depth interviews. Emergent findings have revealed that due to increased recognition of the improved status of women in China, solo female travel is increasingly viewed as a positive experience, despite associated risks. However, due to traditional Chinese values, support for solo female travel is slow, especially in regional and remote areas. A core contribution of this paper is the recognition it provides of the critical role of gender and culture in shaping Chinese solo female travel experiences. Future research should take a longitudinal perspective to assess how culture and gender influence solo female travel in-situ, during the experience, using culturally diverse samples.

How do US corporations communicate interculturally with their Chinese stakeholders: Analysis of GM Company's social media posts from the cultural value perspective.

Social Media is an important means of communication with audiences around the world. The purpose of this study was to explore whether GM-a famous US auto company adapts its US Cultural values to suit the prevalent cultural values of its Chinese stakeholders on Chinese social media. Content analysis was used to evaluate the cultural content of GM Company's posts on Weibo and Twitter. Although influenced by the special features of the car industry, there is still enough evidence that the communication style of the US auto Company makes cultural adaption on Chinese social media, reflecting more Chinese prevalent cultural values.

An investigation of age dependency in Dutch and Chinese values for EQ-5D-Y.

The primary aim was to explore the age dependency of health state values derived via trade-offs between health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and life years in a discrete choice experiment (DCE). The secondary aim was to explore if people weigh life years and HRQoL differently for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Participants from the general population of the Netherlands and China first completed a series of choice tasks offering choices between two EQ-5D-Y states with a given lifespan. The choice model captured the value of a year in full health, disutility determined by EQ-5D-Y, and a discount rate. Next, they received a slightly different choice task, offering choices between two lives that differed in HRQoL and life expectancy but produced the same number of quality-adjusted life years (QALYs). Participants were randomly assigned to fill out the survey for three or four age frames: a hypothetical person of 10, 15, 40, and 70 years (the last one only applicable to China) to allow the age dependency of the responses to be explored. A total of 1,234 Dutch and 1,818 Chinese people administered the survey. Controlling for time preferences, we found that the agreement of health state values for different age frames was generally stronger in the Netherlands than in China. We found no clear pattern of differences in the QALY composition in both samples. The probability distribution over response options varied most when levels for lifespan or severity were at the extremes of the spectrum. The magnitude and direction of age effects on values seemed dimension- and country specific. In the Netherlands, we found a few differences in dimension-specific weights elicited for 10- and 15-year-olds compared to 40-year-olds, but the overall age dependency of values was limited. A stronger age dependency of values was observed in China, where values for 70-year-olds differed strongly from the values for other ages. The appropriateness of using existing values beyond the age range for which they were measured needs to be evaluated in the local context.