Work and School in Young Adulthood: The Role of Personal Financial Responsibilities and Parental Social Support

Young adults’ decision to enter workforce or enrol in college may be impacted by their personal financial means and parental support. This study examined how personal financial responsibilities and parental social support is associated with youth’s engagement in employment or attending school. The study also investigated youth’s perception of the relevance of current work and school experience to future careers. The findings indicate that youth’s financial responsibilities predicted their work and schooling status at later stage.