Socioeconomic Status and Depression in Life Course Perspective
Miech, Richard Allen, Michael J. Shanahan, and Glen H. Elder Jr. Working paper no. 1998-24
Miech, Richard Allen, Michael J. Shanahan, and Glen H. Elder Jr. Working paper no. 1998-24
Grzywacz, Joseph, and Nadine Marks Working paper no. 1998-25 Abstract Objectives: Rational decision models (i.e., value expectancy models) have dominated exercise research. Guided by ecological theory, this study proposed that contextual factors within the family and work microsystems, and the work-family mesosystem would be associated with participation in regular vigorous exercise habits. Methods: Cross-sectional self-report data …
Velyvis, Kristen Working paper no. 1998-26 Abstract This study looks at the sexual networks of migrant women from the Serere ethnic group in Senegal, West Africa. These women were identified as likely to be at risk of high rates of sexual networking (having relations with multiple sex partners), a high risk practice for HIV infection, …
Palloni, Alberto, Susan De Vos, and Martha Pelaez Working paper no. 1999-02 Abstract This document evaluates the nature of aging in Latin America and the Caribbean, and reviews available evidence regarding the demographic profile of the elderly, their health and disability status, the composition of their human capital, labor force participation and retirement behavior, residential …
MacLean, Alair, and Robert Hauser Working paper no. 2000-04
McQuestion, Michael J. Working paper no. 2000-05
Kanaiaupuni, Shawn Malia, Theresa Thompson-Colón, and Katharine M. Donato Working paper no. 2000-10 Abstract This paper presents the results of new data collection in Mexico about the relationships between child well-being and social networks. Two research questions guide the analysis: first, under what conditions do networks generate greater support; and second, what kinds of networks …
MacLean, Alair, and Robert Hauser Working paper no. 2001-07
Kuo, Hsiang-Hui Daphne, and Jonathan D. Mayer Working paper no. 2001-08 Abstract Using a large longitudinal sample of mid-life men and women, we study the long-term relationship between early life circumstances and regular smoking. Early life circumstances have profound influences on smoking experiences. Smoking is learned, but certain conditions foster this learning. Contrary to a …
Donato, Katharine M., Shawn Malia Kanaiaupuni, Melissa Stainback Working paper no. 2001-10