Cohorts and Cohort Effects

Flashcards covering the concepts of cohorts, cohort effects, and examples as described in Page 1 notes.

What is a cohort?

A group of people born at a similar point in history who share similar experiences.

What are cohort effects?

Effects arising from the time of birth, era, or generation, not from the individual's actual age.

Why should researchers consider cohort timing when studying children of different ages?

Because historical context can shape experiences, meaning cohorts may differ beyond just age.

List the example cohorts mentioned in the notes.

Silent Generation, Baby Boomers, Gen X, and Millennials.

What is the difference between cohort effects and age effects?

Cohort effects are due to birth era or generation, whereas age effects arise from aging itself.