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Sexuality
Chinese Culture
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| "Sexual revolution" | Chinese attitude towards sexuality have changed over the past decade. These cultural shifts, include: separation of sex and marriage, love or child bearing sex, an increase in observable sexual diversity, and openness to discussion of sex topics. |
| Family relationships | Parents take responsibility in gearing up their children until they get married. Children have the expectation that they can rely on their parents, financially and moral support. Chinese children are less independent than their Western counterparts. |
| Affection in family | Parents do not usually show outward expressions of love and affection towards their children. Chinese parents use a more controlling and less responsive parenting style. They are the strong authority figure and the children are the subject. |
| Expectations in family | Chinese parents emphasize the importance of academic skills more than any other skills. Chinese children are seen to be less developed when it comes to their interpersonal and communication skills, but succeed in academe. |