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Measurement of Intergenerational Relations (SAGE Focus Editions)
Measurement of Intergenerational Relations - SAGE Focus Editions Author:David J. Mangen, Vern L. Bengtson, Pierre H. Landry Mangen and Bengtson systematically describe and measure family relationships between generations across the life-course. They report results of a research programme focusing on intergenerational solidarity within families, based on an unusual three-generation study of 2044 grandparents, parents, children and grandchildren.Theoretical, conceptual... more » and measurement issues are presented focusing on six dimensions of family interaction, using LISREL modeling as well as traditional reliability and validity assessments of measurement accuracy. The authors also make valuable suggestions for future research into intergenerational interaction.« less