Resources and transversal competencies to reconcile child and parental responsibilities: A mini-review of the impact of COVID-19 on the Italian sandwich generation
Aurelia De Lorenzo,
Lynda S. Lattke,
Elga Zedda
et al.
Abstract:Background: The paper discusses the sandwich generation (SG) using a literature review approach. Longer life spans and the delayed economic and psychological independence of children mean that middle-aged parents find themselves caring for parents and children at the same period in their lives, at times this care may extend to grandchildren and grandparents. Results: The type of care varies depending on each person’s need but also on the gender of the individual who looks after their parents while taking care … Show more
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