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Title: Female Headship: Testing Theories of Linear Assimilation, Segmented Assimilation, and Familism among Mexican Origin Women

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Publication Year: 2000

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Abstract: This study examines how levels of female headship, non-marital fertility, and divorce among Mexican origin women aged 18-59 compare to levels among the non-Hispanic white majority. Change in these family patterns are measured over time and across generations to test three theories of assimilation, linear assimilation, segmented assimilation, and familism. Whether Mexican Americans will follow the patterns of assimilation and integration experienced by European immigrants and their descendents is hotly debated. Some researchers argue that not enough time has passed or generational distance occurred in the Hispanic population for assimilation to be widespread (Alba, 1995). Others argue that the unique experience of particular ethnic groups once in the United States will prevent assimilation towards the mainstream population. Rather than experiencing socioeconomic improvement over time,

Url: https://liberalarts.utexas.edu/prc/_files/pdf/workingpapers/00-01-02.pdf

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Authors: Wildsmith, Elizabeth

Publisher: University Texas

Data Collections: IPUMS USA

Topics: Race and Ethnicity

Countries: United States