The Great Recession could reduce school achievement for children of unemployed

Tuesday, August 30, 2011 - 12:30 in Psychology & Sociology

The Great Recession could have lingering impacts on the children of the unemployed, according to researchers. "There is growing evidence that parental job loss has adverse consequences on children's behavior, academic achievement and later employment outcomes, particularly in economically disadvantaged families," said one expert.

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