VOICED : China's elderly fear

The video discusses the impact of China's one child policy, focusing on Woori, who lost her only child, Zhang Wina, to epilepsy. This loss not only affects her emotionally but also leaves her uncertain about her future support. The one child policy, while preventing overpopulation, has led to a demographic challenge with many families losing their only child. Experts suggest abolishing the policy to prevent further issues. Various support measures are offered to bereaved parents, but they are often seen as inadequate. The potential end of the policy could prevent future parents from experiencing similar losses.

What traditional role do children play in Chinese families as their parents age?

• They are expected to move out and live independently.

• They are expected to physically care for and financially support their parents.

• They are expected to send their parents to retirement homes.

• They are expected to provide emotional support only.

What is one of the major demographic issues China faces due to the one child policy?

• A dwindling population of young people to support the elderly.

• An increase in the number of young people.

• A surplus of jobs for the younger generation.

• An increase in the birth rate.

What do experts suggest the Chinese government should do about the one child policy?

• Strengthen the policy to control population growth.

• Scrap the policy without delay.

• Ignore the policy's problems.

• Introduce a two child policy.

What type of support is offered to bereaved parents in Sichuan?

• One-off payments.

• Subsidized housing.

• Free healthcare services.

• Allowing couples to have another child.

What is the potential benefit of ending the one child policy for future parents?

• They will face stricter government regulations.

• They will have more financial burdens.

• They will have fewer children to care for.

• They might avoid the devastating loss of losing their only child.