Are Daughters Still More Likely to Care for Ageing Parents?

Growing up, I often heard that daughters were more likely to care for their parents in old age. In many families, daughters visited more often, kept their parents company and ensured that their own children stayed close to their maternal grandparents. But I wonder if this is changing. Many young women are focused on their careers, marriages and immediate families, and I have heard of daughters who provide little support for ageing parents. Still, this is no longer only about daughters; some sons also fail to show up for their parents. I believe either child can care for ageing parents, regardless of gender. Parents should also plan and invest for their own future, so they can remain secure even if their children are unable or unwilling to support them.

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