How Policies Change

The Japanese Government and the Aging Society

Autor*innen

• John Creighton Campbell

Parameter

• 438 Seiten
• 16 Lesestunden

• Geschichte
• Weltgeschichte

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The book explores Japan's rapid aging and the government's response through the development of comprehensive social policies for older citizens. John Creighton Campbell analyzes the evolution of pension, healthcare, and social service programs, emphasizing the interplay of social perceptions, policy solutions, and political dynamics. He introduces a novel decision-making theory and challenges the notion of a distinct "Japanese-style welfare state," highlighting similarities with Western nations while revealing unique aspects of Japanese politics and welfare theory.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2014
• Einband: Paperback