Child poverty and the well-being of children is an important policy issue throughout the industrialised world. Some 47 million children in 'rich' countries live in families so poor that their health and well-being are at risk. The main themes addressed are: - the extent and trend of child poverty in industrialised nations; - outcomes for children - for example, the relationship between childhood experiences and children's health; - country studies and emerging issues; - child and family policies. All the contributions underline the urgent need for a comprehensive policy to reduce child poverty rates and to improve the well-being of children. Findings are clearly presented and key focus points identified for policy makers to consider.
| Author: Timothy M. Smeeding |
| Publisher: Policy Press |
| Publication Date: Feb 23, 2001 |
| Number of Pages: 592 pages |
| Binding: Paperback or Softback |
| ISBN-10: 1861342535 |
| ISBN-13: 9781861342539 |
