Out of Order? Factors Influencing the Sequence of Marriage and Childbirth Among Disadvantaged Americans

Publication Date: January 2007

Publisher: Center for Law and Social Policy

Author(s): Paula Roberts

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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.