Full Description
The Handbook of Social Status Correlates summarizes findings from nearly 4000 studies on traits associated with variations in socioeconomic status. Much of the information is presented in roughly 300 tables, each one providing a visual snapshot of what research has indicated regarding how a specific human trait appears to be correlated with socioeconomic status. The social status measures utilized and the countries in which each study was conducted are also identified.
Contents
1. Conceptualizing and Measuring Social Status2. Demographic Factors3. Family and Peer Factors4. Personality and Behavioral Factors5. Attitudes, Beliefs, and Preferences6. Cognitive and Intellectual Factors7. Mental Health and Illnesses8. Physical Health and Illnesses9. Biological Factors10. Epilogue
