Abstract
We examine how the impact of quasi-random shocks to home environments of children depends on the age of the child experiencing them. We do so by comparing the outcomes of children whose parents experienced an involuntary job loss episode at different points of the children's lifecycle. Rich administrative data from Norway enables us to examine a broad range of short- and long- term educational outcomes (performance, attainment, and behavior), mental health, and earnings at age 30. Although early childhood is an important period for acquiring skills and abilities, we show that changes in the home environment occurring in early adolescence matter as much, and oftentimes more, than those in early childhood. Using detailed information from national mental health surveys and linked longitudinal patient-doctor registers, we document impacts of job displacement on the mental health of children and parents.
The seminar will be held in room 1249 (12th floor) at Eilert Sundts Hus. The address is Moltke Moes vei 31.