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Peer reviewedElder, Glen H., Jr.; And Others – Journal of Research on Adolescence, 1996
Studied families in the Iowa Youth and Family Project for the social and developmental pathways by which adolescents approach decisions to relocate. Found that lack of socioeconomic opportunity, relatively weak and declining ties to family and religious community, and strong educational prospects were potent factors. Also found that plans to…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Career Choice, Economic Opportunities
