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Out of Order? Factors Influencing the Sequence of Marriage and Childbirth Among Disadvantaged Americans
Publication Date: January 2007
Publisher(s): Center for Law and Social Policy
Author(s): Paula Roberts
Special Collection: John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation
Topic: Population and demographics (Family planning)
Social conditions (Marriage and family life)
Type: Brief
Coverage: United States
Abstract:
This brief explores the attitudinal, experiential, economic, and social contexts in which disadvantaged parents have children and decide to marry or not marry. It also discusses the public policy implications of research on this topic.