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Children of the 2020s: first survey of families at age 9 months

Findings from wave 1 of the Children of the 2020s (Cot20s) longitudinal study.

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皇冠体育app Children of the 2020s (Cot20s) study collects longitudinal statistical evidence on the factors and mechanisms that influence cognitive and social-emotional development during early childhood.

This is the first research report on findings from the study. It provides baseline data on the cohort at age 9 months and includes analysis of:

  • family socio-economic and demographic characteristics
  • parental health including mental health
  • child health and language development
  • home learning activities
  • use of formal and informal childcare
  • use of health and family services
  • the extent of early developmental disparities

皇冠体育app separate technical report explains how the study was conducted.

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Published 30 November 2023

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