Ahyoung Lee
Biographic Data
| ID | 4193322 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Ahyoung Lee |
| GIVEN NAMES | Ahyoung |
| FAMILY NAME | Lee |
| SIGNATURE | LEE A |
| AFFILIATIONS | Hallym University |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-5838-206X |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 9 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 7 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 9 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2013 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 1 |
Confucian Equality Reconsidered: Democracy, Meritocracy, and Hierarchy in Chenyang Li’s Reshaping Confucianism
In Reshaping Confucianism: A Progressive Inquiry, Li contends that Confucianism contains valuable resources for a progressive conception of equality—proportional equality based on individual merit and moral desert. While acknowledging Li’s innovative attempt to reconcile Confucian hierarchy with democratic principles, this paper raises crucial questions regarding its interpretive validity, conceptual clarity, and theoretical consistency. First,…
Two models of character education in East Asia: Reflection vs. indoctrination
This paper argues that the conventional association between Confucian character education and conformism and indoctrination results from the failure to distinguish between the Confucian reflection model and the Legalist indoctrination model. Though both models of Chinese character education aim to build and maintain a well-ordered society, there are significant differences between the two in terms of nature, method, and purpose of character-build…
A mediocre ruler must rule: Han Fei on rulership
This article explores Han Fei’s political theory of rulership by taking a cue from his observation that most rulers are mediocre in their talent or skill. Through various analogies, Han Fei creates the image of a ruler as a paranoid man whose unique political life, defined by the possession of supreme power, puts him in a life of constant fear of usurpation and regicide. While urging the ruler to maintain absolute isolation and complete emotional…
Wuwei in Early Chinese Political Thought: Between Empowerment and Control
This paper examines the concept of wuwei government, a recurring theme in early Chinese political philosophy that has long presented interpretive challenges. Initially conceived as synonymous with rule by sage—characterized by effortlessness, non-coercion, and efficacy—the idea evolved in response to the problem of monarchical kingship, wherein the throne is inherited by birth. To reconcile the tension between empowering and restraining the ruler…
From Marginalized to Strength: Socio-Ecological Coping Strategies of Older Korean Americans with Language Barriers and Healthcare Needs
This study, with research questions guided by the socio-ecological model, examined how ethnic minority older adults with limited English proficiency navigate cultural and language barriers in their daily lives, relationships, and healthcare interactions, and what challenges and strategies emerge in their efforts while living in the U.S. Individual in-depth interviews with Korean American older adults with limited English proficiency and chronic m…
The Cognitive Health Risk of Social Isolation Mediated by Dietary Risks: A Study with Older Korean Americans
Our findings suggest that the negative impact of social isolation on cognitive health is through its role in dietary habits and practice. Findings helped our understanding of how social isolation yields cognitive health risks and called attention to dietary risks in cognitive health promotion efforts. Targeted approaches should be taken for older immigrants who are socially isolated
Neighborhood Social and Physical Environments and Sedentary Behaviors: Importance of Early Childhood in Shaping Health Behaviors
Childcare providers: Work stress and personal well-being
Childcare providers face multiple work-related stressors. Small studies of childcare providers have suggested that providers have high levels of depression compared to the general population. However, unlike other caregiving professions, the research examining childcare providers is sparse, and there is little information to inform practices and policies to support childcare providers. This study identifies specific work-related stressors for chi…
Cultivating a thriving childcare workforce: A theory-driven qualitative analysis
Following a positive organizational framework, this study fills a gap in the human service literature by examining what works to boost childcare workers' ability to thrive in their jobs. Drawing from Spreitzer, Sutcliffe, Dutton, Sonenshein, and Grant's model of thriving at work, this study examines effective mechanisms (affirming work conditions, cultivated job resources, and work engagement) that facilitate positive experiences at work for chil…
Childcare providers: Work stress and personal well-being
Childcare providers face multiple work-related stressors. Small studies of childcare providers have suggested that providers have high levels of depression compared to the general population. However, unlike other caregiving professions, the research examining childcare providers is sparse, and there is little information to inform practices and policies to support childcare providers. This study identifies specific work-related stressors for chi…
Cultivating a thriving childcare workforce: A theory-driven qualitative analysis
Following a positive organizational framework, this study fills a gap in the human service literature by examining what works to boost childcare workers' ability to thrive in their jobs. Drawing from Spreitzer, Sutcliffe, Dutton, Sonenshein, and Grant's model of thriving at work, this study examines effective mechanisms (affirming work conditions, cultivated job resources, and work engagement) that facilitate positive experiences at work for chil…
Childcare providers: Work stress and personal well-being
Childcare providers face multiple work-related stressors. Small studies of childcare providers have suggested that providers have high levels of depression compared to the general population. However, unlike other caregiving professions, the research examining childcare providers is sparse, and there is little information to inform practices and policies to support childcare providers. This study identifies specific work-related stressors for chi…
The Cognitive Health Risk of Social Isolation Mediated by Dietary Risks: A Study with Older Korean Americans
Our findings suggest that the negative impact of social isolation on cognitive health is through its role in dietary habits and practice. Findings helped our understanding of how social isolation yields cognitive health risks and called attention to dietary risks in cognitive health promotion efforts. Targeted approaches should be taken for older immigrants who are socially isolated
Neighborhood Social and Physical Environments and Sedentary Behaviors: Importance of Early Childhood in Shaping Health Behaviors
Two models of character education in East Asia: Reflection vs. indoctrination
This paper argues that the conventional association between Confucian character education and conformism and indoctrination results from the failure to distinguish between the Confucian reflection model and the Legalist indoctrination model. Though both models of Chinese character education aim to build and maintain a well-ordered society, there are significant differences between the two in terms of nature, method, and purpose of character-build…
A mediocre ruler must rule: Han Fei on rulership
This article explores Han Fei’s political theory of rulership by taking a cue from his observation that most rulers are mediocre in their talent or skill. Through various analogies, Han Fei creates the image of a ruler as a paranoid man whose unique political life, defined by the possession of supreme power, puts him in a life of constant fear of usurpation and regicide. While urging the ruler to maintain absolute isolation and complete emotional…
Wuwei in Early Chinese Political Thought: Between Empowerment and Control
This paper examines the concept of wuwei government, a recurring theme in early Chinese political philosophy that has long presented interpretive challenges. Initially conceived as synonymous with rule by sage—characterized by effortlessness, non-coercion, and efficacy—the idea evolved in response to the problem of monarchical kingship, wherein the throne is inherited by birth. To reconcile the tension between empowering and restraining the ruler…
From Marginalized to Strength: Socio-Ecological Coping Strategies of Older Korean Americans with Language Barriers and Healthcare Needs
This study, with research questions guided by the socio-ecological model, examined how ethnic minority older adults with limited English proficiency navigate cultural and language barriers in their daily lives, relationships, and healthcare interactions, and what challenges and strategies emerge in their efforts while living in the U.S. Individual in-depth interviews with Korean American older adults with limited English proficiency and chronic m…
Confucian Equality Reconsidered: Democracy, Meritocracy, and Hierarchy in Chenyang Li’s Reshaping Confucianism
In Reshaping Confucianism: A Progressive Inquiry, Li contends that Confucianism contains valuable resources for a progressive conception of equality—proportional equality based on individual merit and moral desert. While acknowledging Li’s innovative attempt to reconcile Confucian hierarchy with democratic principles, this paper raises crucial questions regarding its interpretive validity, conceptual clarity, and theoretical consistency. First,…
Psychology (5 works) · Sociology (5 works) · Medicine (4 works) · Political science (4 works) · Chinese history and philosophy (3 works) · Clinical Psychology (3 works) · Clinical Psychology (3 works) · Business (2 works) · Developmental psychology (2 works) · Early Childhood Education and Development (2 works)