Stressing out the poor: chronic physiological stress and the income-achievement gap

Journal Article

Abstract: This article explores the link between childhood poverty and the negative effects of prolonged exposure to stressful environments.

Keywords: Income distribution;

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Provider: Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco

Part of Series: Community Investments

Publication Date: 2011

Volume: 23

Issue: Fall