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Area of Science:

Gerontology
Public Health
Sociology

Background:

Thailand faces a growing long-term care challenge due to an aging population.
Traditional family care structures are strained by societal changes.
Limited retirement pensions place financial burdens on families.

Purpose of the Study:

To examine the current landscape of long-term care in Thailand.
To identify key challenges and research areas in elder care.
To inform policy development for an aging society.

Main Methods:

Review of existing Thai research on aging and elder care.
Analysis of demographic trends and socio-economic factors.
Policy review of national healthcare and social support systems.

Main Results:

No formal long-term care system currently exists in Thailand.
Research priorities include health, income security, housing, and quality of life.
Family remains the primary caregiver, but this is increasingly unsustainable.

Conclusions:

Urgent development of a formal long-term care system is needed.
Policy must address financial support and community-based services.
Interdisciplinary research is crucial for effective elder care solutions.