Edited by
Ross Macmillan, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, USA
Description
Current debates in life course studies increasingly reference theories of individualization, standardization, and differentiation in the
structure of the life course. This volume brings together leading scholars from a variety of fields to assess the theoretical underpinnings,
the empirical evidence, and the implications of existing arguments. The contributions include comparative-historical work, demographic
analysis, and detailed survey research. The topics covered include historical, cross-cultural, and racioethnic variation in the transition
to adulthood, the school-to-work transition, educational careers, retirement, activity characteristics over the life span and the life
course context of psychological well-being. The various contributions expand our understanding of the contemporary life course and its
implications. The authors offer innovative theoretical and methodological approaches that demonstrate the utility of holistic approaches
to conceptualizing the life course and understanding its implications for modern society.
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Advances in Life Course Research
