A socio-economic perspective on parenthood

Abstract

"This study deals with the antecedents and consequences of parenthood in one's lifetime career from a socio-economic perspective. The dissertation is quantitatively-orientated and, based on the research logic of critical rationalism, follows the aim of applying and testing socio-economic theories about parenthood. This takes the form of a cumulative dissertation consisting of four essays. It is made up of one introductory theoretical paper (synopsis) and three research papers." (Text excerpt, IAB-Doku) Content: Parenthood in the welfare state: A life course perspective (synopsis) Risk factors of social assistance transitions. A case-control study for Germany Working parents. Challenged employees, challenged health promotion? Public child care and fertility in Germany

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Fuchs, B. (2017): A socio-economic perspective on parenthood. Nürnberg, 117 p.