Journal of Population and Social Studies [JPSS]

Toward a Thai-Specific Generational Cohort Framework: A Basic Individual Values Perspective

Nuttapol Assarut, Theeranuch Pusaksrikit — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0700

This study takes a step toward developing a Thai-specific generational cohort framework grounded in the country’s historical, economic, and social transformations. Drawing on Schwartz’s Theory of Basic Individual Values, the study examines how shared formative experiences are reflected in relative value prioritization across generational cohorts. Using secondary survey data from Thailand, the study employs a comparative cohort-based analysis to contrast the proposed Thai generational classification with the U.S.-based generational framework commonly used in prior research. The results indicate that the Thai classification offers a more nuanced and culturally grounded segmentation, capturing generational differences that are less apparent when Western cohort definitions are applied. In particular, younger Thai cohorts place greater relative emphasis on Face and Conformity, while patterns in Achievement, Security, and Universalism diverge from those observed under U.S.-based cohort classifications. These findings contribute to the literature on generational analysis by demonstrating the value of context-specific cohort frameworks and highlighting the importance of incorporating national historical and socio-economic conditions when studying generational value differences. The results have implications for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners who rely on generational classifications in the Thai context.

Conditional Cash Transfer and Food Insecurity: Evidence from Low-Income Households With Children in Indonesia

Adnan Abdurrahman, Tri Haryanto, Wahyu Wisnu Wardana — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0700

This study examines the link between conditional cash transfers (CCTs) and food insecurity among low-income households with children in Indonesia, using data from the 2022 National Socioeconomic Survey (SUSENAS). The insecurity is assessed using calorie intake and the Food Insecurity Experience Scale (FIES), while the link is examined using binary and ordinal logistic regression models. The results indicate that insecurity is substantially higher than estimates: 82.37% based on calorie intake and 32.61% based on the FIES. These percentages highlight the disproportionate burden of food insecurity faced by vulnerable groups, with the prevalence being the highest in eastern Indonesia, particularly in Maluku, Papua, and Nusa Tenggara. The results also show that CCT is associated with a lower likelihood of both calorie- and FIES-based food insecurity.

Trends in Research on Sustainable Development of Craft Village Tourism: A Bibliometric Analysis Using CiteSpace Software

Nguyen Quang Vu — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0700

This study examines global research trends on sustainable development in craft village tourism from 1976 to 2024 using CiteSpace software, explicitly to address a critical structural and conceptual gap in the existing literature: a lack of a macro-level, systematic synthesis of the field. A dataset of 185 documents drawn from the Scopus and Web of Science databases was analyzed to identify key themes, influential authors, and collaborative networks. Results show an evolving focus—from early works on cultural preservation and traditional crafts toward multifaceted approaches encompassing economic sustainability, environmental management, and community-based strategies. Despite a recent surge in publications, co-authorship and keyword analysis reveal moderate to low network densities, indicating fragmented collaboration and limited thematic integration. Southeast Asia, particularly Vietnam and Indonesia, leads empirical research on heritage conservation and community empowerment, while China and developed countries often contribute frameworks for policy and technology adoption. Emerging topics include digital transformation, circular economy models, and post-pandemic resilience. Future studies should establish standardized sustainability criteria, strengthen cross-regional partnerships, and apply advanced digital tools to enhance stakeholder engagement. By converging cultural preservation, economic viability, and environmental stewardship, craft village tourism can be positioned as a resilient and equitable model of rural development.