Familial factors associated with the characteristics of nonmaternal care for infants

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The influence of psychosocial, family and economic factors on the type, amount and quality of nonmaternal care for infants is examined using data on 1,281 subjects from various parts of the US. The results of the model indicate that the amount and nature of nonmaternal care provided were primarily determined by economic factors. Moreover, predictors of quality of care varied across different types of care.

Care and treatment, Child care, Infants, Infant care

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Gender of siblings, cognitive achievement, and academic performance: familial and nonfamilial influences on children

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The influence of the family on the academic performance and cognitive development of children is examined. Data taken from the twin and siblings file of the High School and Beyond Study are used for the model. Results show that family exert a significant impact on cognitive achievement and less with academic performance. In addition, a high degree of sibling symmetry is observed.

Academic achievement, Family, Twins, Cognitive learning

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How American children spend their time

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Research is presented describing the study of children in the US and how their daily lives are used, either constructively or unconstructively, impacting on personal development.

Methods, United States, Children, Child development, Social sciences, Social science methods

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