We investigate the effects of age, marital status, number of children, and education on the probability of female presence in traditionally male-dominated occupations using the PUMS 1990 and PUMS 2000 data. The results indicate that being married with husband present decreases the probability of female presence in traditionally male-dominated occupations, whereas college education has changed f...

Background: In the postpartum period, the highest risks for mood disorders include distress, depression and psychosis. Postpartum depression (PPD) is a syndrome which is more severe than postpartum distress with great influence on family. The aim was to determine the predisposing risk factors of PPD among fertile women. Materials and Methods: It was a cross-sectional study with multi stage samp...

How does education affect racial attitudes? Past studies focus almost exclusively on Whites' attitudes toward Blacks, neglecting important minority populations. This study extends previous research by analyzing the effects of education on beliefs about racial stereotypes, discrimination, and affirmative action policies among Whites, Asians, Hispanics, and Blacks. Results indicate that Whites, H...

Fang Qian ii To my loving husband, Tanner To my supportive parents, Dan and Karen To my inspirational sister and brother, Kristin and John iii ACKNOWLEDGMENTS I would like to thank Drs. Qian for serving on my thesis committee and for all the input and support during this project. I would also like to thank Jeff Harless for his patience, support, and insight into using the quantitative light-ind...

A survey of 1,606 currently registered U. S. boat owners was conducted to determine their likelihood of purchasing a major durable (boat) in an online format along with the various factors and preferences to be considered in consummating such a purchase. Data from each respondent was gathered for the purpose of assessing their perceived personal risk in making such a purchase and to determine t...

background happiness is one of the most important factors affecting women's mental health. several factors contribute to happiness in different societies. objectives the aim of this study was to investigate the level of happiness in married women and its related factors. materials and methods this was a cross-sectional study with stratified sampling proportional to different age groups of marri...