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Family structure trajectories and early child health in the UK: Pathways to health

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  • Panico, Lidia
  • Bartley, Melanie
  • Kelly, Yvonne J
  • McMunn, Anne
  • Sacker, Amanda

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A large body of literature has shown marked differences in the average levels of resources and child well-being across different family structures. Studies have examined cognitive, educational and behavioural outcomes; less is known about differentials in physical health, and about dynamics in early childhood.

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  • Panico, Lidia & Bartley, Melanie & Kelly, Yvonne J & McMunn, Anne & Sacker, Amanda, 2019. "Family structure trajectories and early child health in the UK: Pathways to health," Social Science & Medicine, Elsevier, vol. 232(C), pages 220-229.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:socmed:v:232:y:2019:i:c:p:220-229
    DOI: 10.1016/j.socscimed.2019.05.006
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