Characteristics of Individual Lifestyles of Males and Females in Urban Areas in Thailand as Indicated by a Time-Use Survey

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This study implemented time-use surveys from November 2005 to January 2006 for the purpose of clarifying the features and differences between the time-use of males and females who live in the urban districts of Thailand. The subjects of the surveys were 1,244 males and females of over 10 years of age who were selected randomly from 25 districts of Bangkok. The results indicated no difference in paid work hours between men and women but there was a higher percentage of women in the workforce in Thailand than in other developed countries. Furthermore, substantial burden could be assumed on Thai women who had to engage in paid work on weekdays and unpaid work on weekends. In fact, the present status of Thai women who play multiple roles of housewife, mother, daughter-in-law and bread earner has been clarified. Furthermore, responsibilities such as nursing and caretaking were borne by members of a family of various ages without gender bias. It can be said that the functions of an extended family are still evident in Thailand.
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