During the 1800s, and well into the 1900s, families took care of
their own members whenever possible. Several generations lived
together, with the younger generation taking care of the older and
vice versa. Post 1900s, the joint family system started
disintegrating.
What factors led to disintegration of the joint family
system?
What has been the impact of this disintegration on aging
people and long-term care?
Did disintegration have any benefits for health service
organizations? Why or why not?
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