Sociology

Nourishing social solidarity in exchanging gifts: a study on social exchange in Shanghai communities during COVID-19 lockdown

Y. Zhou and C. Dong

This fascinating research by Youjia Zhou and Chen Dong delves into the social exchanges among Shanghai residents during the 2022 COVID-19 lockdown, revealing how traditional cultural norms and online platforms like WeChat nurtured social solidarity in challenging times. Discover the emotional and communal support that emerged from these interactions!

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Abstract

This study explores the driving forces behind social exchanges within Shanghai communities during the 2022 COVID-19 lockdown and their impact on social solidarity. Through interviews with 28 residents, the study finds that reciprocal and generalized exchanges, driven by traditional cultural norms and facilitated by online social groups (primarily WeChat), were prevalent. These exchanges fostered social solidarity with functional, emotional, and communal aspects.

Publisher

Humanities and Social Sciences Communications

Published On

Sep 30, 2023

Authors

Youjia Zhou, Chen Dong

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