JOURNAL OF POPULATION ECONOMICS
Scope & Guideline
Connecting Population Studies with Economic Analysis
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Demographic Economics:
The journal explores the economic implications of demographic changes, including fertility rates, aging populations, and migration patterns. - Labor Market Dynamics:
Research on labor market outcomes, including employment, wages, and job mobility, particularly in relation to demographic factors. - Social Policy and Welfare:
Studies examining the effects of social policies on population groups, including welfare programs, educational interventions, and healthcare access. - Cultural and Behavioral Economics:
Investigation into how cultural factors and individual behaviors influence economic decisions and demographic trends. - Health Economics:
Research focusing on the economic aspects of health, including the impact of health interventions and policies on population well-being. - Intergenerational Dynamics:
Analysis of how demographic factors affect intergenerational relationships, including the transfer of resources and social norms.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of COVID-19:
Research examining the socio-economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic has surged, including studies on labor market disruptions, mental health, and demographic shifts as a result of the crisis. - Gender Equity and Labor Markets:
There is a growing trend in analyzing gender equity within labor markets, focusing on issues such as pay gaps, female entrepreneurship, and the impact of family policies on women's employment. - Migration and Integration:
An increasing number of studies are addressing the economic implications of migration, refugee integration, and the labor market outcomes of immigrant populations. - Child Development and Family Economics:
Emerging research is focusing on the economic aspects of child development, including the impact of parental leave policies and childcare costs on family dynamics. - Climate Change and Demographics:
There is a rising interest in the intersection of climate change and population economics, particularly how environmental factors impact migration decisions and economic resilience. - Technology and Labor Market Changes:
Research is increasingly exploring how technological advancements, such as teleworking and automation, are reshaping labor markets and demographic trends.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Fertility Studies:
Research on fertility patterns and traditional family structures has decreased, possibly due to a growing interest in broader socio-economic determinants of fertility rather than solely demographic factors. - Historical Demographic Analysis:
There has been a waning interest in purely historical demographic studies, as contemporary applications and real-time data become more relevant for current policymakers. - Gender Role Norms in Labor Markets:
While gender issues remain important, specific studies on traditional gender roles in labor markets have become less prevalent, indicating a shift towards examining intersectional and nuanced perspectives. - Rural Demographic Studies:
Research focusing specifically on rural populations has seen a decline, reflecting a broader interest in urbanization and metropolitan demographic trends. - Single-Factor Economic Models:
There is a noticeable reduction in studies using single-factor models to explain demographic phenomena, with a preference for multi-faceted approaches that consider various interacting factors.
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