Term: Life Course

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2011-04-06

Definition:

Longitudinal administrative data may be used to evaluate exposure effects over a lifespan. Life course research is directed toward examining aspects of family background and the environment which may affect well being during childhood and later in life. The Early Development Instrument (EDI) can measure a child's developmental status at kindergarten. Analytical possibilities will increase as linkages are performed at younger cohort ages.

Related concepts 

• Family Structure History

Related terms 

• Early Development Instrument (EDI)

References 

• Jutte DP, Roos LL, Brownell M. Administrative record linkage as a tool for public health research. Annual Review of Public Health 2011;32:91-108. [Abstract] (View)
• Strohschein L, Roos N, Brownell M. Family structure histories and high school completion: Evidence from a population-based registry. Canadian Journal of Sociology 2009;34(1):83-103. [Abstract] (View)