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1. The fragile families study: social policies and labor markets in seven cities

Author

Harknett, Kristen, Hardman, Laura, Garfinkel, Irwin, and McLanahan, Sara S.

Subjects
Welfare -- Social aspects, Child support -- Social aspects, Labor market -- Social aspects, Unmarried couples -- Social aspects, Marriage -- Social aspects, Family -- Social aspects, Sociology and social work
Abstract

This article examines the combined effects of welfare policies, child support enforcement, and labor market characteristics on the well-being and living arrangement of families. Findings indicate that limited welfare benefits, strict enforcement of child support policies, and good labor markets support cohabitation and marriage.

Published
2001

2. Norms about nonresident fathers' obligations and rights

Author

Lin, I-Fen and McLanahan, Sara S.

Subjects
Welfare reform -- Social aspects, Social norms -- Research, Absentee fathers -- Social aspects, Single mothers -- Social aspects, Child support -- Social aspects, Parenting -- Social aspects, Sociology and social work, Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996
Abstract

This article examines attitudes among parents regarding the child support requirements and parenting rights of nonresident fathers. Findings indicate that most respondents supported child support obligations, the right to make parenting decisions, and visitation privileges for nonresident fathers while many single mothers were opposed to nonresident fathers making parenting decisions.

Published
2001

3. Fragile families and welfare reform: an introduction

Author

Garfinkel, Irwin, McLanahan, Sara S., Tienda, Marta, and Brooks-Gunn, Jeanne

Subjects
Welfare reform -- Social aspects, Welfare -- Laws, regulations and rules, Poor -- Social aspects, Single parents -- Social aspects, Unmarried mothers -- Social aspects, Sociology and social work, Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996
Abstract

Issues concerning welfare reform legislation under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 are examined, focusing on implications for the most vulnerable familes. Topics include important social questions, regarding financial and emotional resources of vulnerable parents, and an overview of recent research.

Published
2001

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