"ISSN: 2332-3776" Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents:
Chapter 1. American women : who are they? -- chapter 2. Women's education -- chapter 3. Women in the labor force -- chapter 4. Women's occupations -- chapter 5. Money, income, and poverty -- chapter 6. Women's health -- chapter 7. Childbearing, contraception, and reproductive rights -- chapter 8. Child care and elder care -- chapter 9. Women in U.S. politics -- chapter 10. Women as victims of crime -- chapter 11. Women as criminals.
Summary:
Explores the lives of women in American society. Includes information on women's demographic trends, educational achievements, employment, financial status, parental responsibilities, political roles, victimization, and health issues.
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