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ArticleBehavioral sciences (Basel, Switzerland)2026

Grandparent-Grandchild Reminiscence Program for Asian American Families: Intergenerational and Cultural Reflection from Dyad Participants.

Ling Xu, Soeun Jang, Qinzheng Xu, Jaclyn E Kirsch, Darren Yang

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Ling XuSchool of Social Work, University of Texas at Arlington, 501 W Mitchell St, Arlington, TX 76010, USA.ORCID 0000-0003-0798-2126
Soeun JangSchool of Social Work, University of Texas at Arlington, 501 W Mitchell St, Arlington, TX 76010, USA.ORCID 0009-0007-2799-9327
Qinzheng XuIndustrial Economics, School of Business, The East China University of Political Science and Law, 555 Longyuan Road, Songjiang University Town, Shanghai 201620, China.
Jaclyn E KirschSchool of Social Work, University of Texas at Arlington, 501 W Mitchell St, Arlington, TX 76010, USA.ORCID 0000-0002-9764-0586
Darren YangGrapevine High School, 3223 Mustang Dr, Grapevine, TX 76051, USA.

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NIA NIH HHS This research was funded by the Rutgers University Asian Resource Centers for Minority Aging Research Center under NIH/NIA Grant P30-AG0059304.
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backgroundIntergenerational solidarity between grandparents and grandchildren is a longstanding tradition that strengthens family bonds and supports the psychological wellbeing of older adults, particularly within Asian families. Drawing on theories of lifespan development, social connectedness, and narrative identity, an intergenerational reminiscence program was developed to promote emotional well-being and deepen generational connections among Asian American families.

methodsThis study qualitatively examined the reflections of 12 grandparent-grandchild dyads who completed the program. Grandparents participated in six weekly, one-hour guided life review and reminiscence sessions, conducted either in person or online and facilitated by grandchildren. Following the intervention, individual interviews were conducted with the dyads. Interview data were analyzed using Braun and Clarke's six-step thematic analysis approach.

resultsThree themes emerged describing participants' experiences with intergenerational storytelling and learning. The first, engagement with family history and stories, captured participants' enjoyment of sharing and discovering family narratives, uncovering previously unknown histories, and building curiosity about their ancestry. The second theme, transmission of wisdom and life lessons, reflected the intergenerational sharing of career guidance, practical life advice, perspectives on resilience, and strengthened appreciation for personal circumstances. The third theme, intergenerational and cultural understanding, highlighted increased awareness of generational differences, respect for cultural and personal viewpoints, and strengthened emotional bonds.

conclusionsThe findings align with cultural transmission theory, intergenerational solidarity theory, and psychological theories of reminiscence and identity formation. Reflections from both grandparents and grandchildren suggest that intergenerational reminiscence effectively fosters closer relationships across generations by revisiting family history and cultural roots. Lessons learned and recommendations for future culturally responsive interventions with Asian American families are discussed.

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Asian American familiescultural reflectiongrandparent–grandchildintergenerational relationshipsnarrative identitypsychological well-beingreminiscence therapy

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