An informative mix of data and discussion, this book presents conclusions and
recommendations for policies that can respond to the new conditions shaping America's …

Despite years of research, methodological and practical obstacles make it difficult to
conclude whether policies aimed at improving schools and communities are effective for …

After-school programs, scout groups, community service activities, religious youth groups,
and other community-based activities have long been thought to play a key role in the lives …

The concept of self‐regulation has received heightened attention as a key mechanism that
predicts a variety of developmental outcomes throughout the life span. Although researchers …

Course materials such as syllabus, handouts, notes, assignment instructions, etc. can be
found on Canvas Leaning Management System course login website at http://sjsu …

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The current study used a mixed‐methods approach to examine how low‐income mothers
managed their household economies, their experiences of economic pressure, and the …

We use qualitative and quantitative data from a multi-year study of low-income families
included in New Hope, an experimental anti-poverty intervention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to …

During the 1990s, growing demands to end chronic welfare dependency culminated in the
1996 federal" welfare-to-work" reforms. But regardless of welfare reform, the United States …

The time when parents recognize their child has a developmental delay is one they never
forget. In addition to dealing with the emotional consequences, parents begin to reorganize …