# Economic Restructuring and Family Well-Being in Rural America, Vol. 1

By **Kristin E Smith**

- ISBN-13: 9780271048628
- Publisher: Pennsylvania State University Press
- Format: Paperback
- Pages: 416
- Published: 15 Feb 2014
- Language: en
- Price: £43.55 (new)
- Categories: Social Science, Sociology, Business & Economics, Political Science, Economic conditions, Political Economy, Rural

## About this book

Economic Restructuring and Family Well-Being in Rural America, Volume 1, examines the intersection of employment shifts and domestic stability. This social science and sociology text analyzes how the decline of high-paying manufacturing roles and the rise of low-wage service jobs affect rural households. The book details the transition from traditional employment models to a modern economy that often lacks the benefits necessary to support a family.

This work of political economy and business economics explores changing family structures, including the increase in single-parent households and women's labor force participation. A multidisciplinary group of scholars evaluates how these economic conditions impact overall well-being in rural areas. The text provides critical analysis and policy recommendations to address the systemic challenges found within this specific political science and economic framework.

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