title: Time-series approaches to the analysis of fertility change.
abstract: "A variety of time-series approaches to the analysis of fertility are considered.  Attention is concentrated on published official data [for the United Kingdom], although alternative approaches such as more sophisticated period measures and cohort indicators are also discussed. The advantages of a period perspective are emphasized.  A proximate determinants approach to the analysis of fertility is advocated."
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Murphy
mesh_terms: D001723:Birth Rate; D015331:Cohort Studies; D003710:Demography; D019049:Developed Countries; D005060:Europe; D005298:Fertility; D008722:Methods; D011153:Population; D011157:Population Dynamics; D012106:Research; D006113:United Kingdom
keywords: Cohort Analysis; Demographic Factors; Developed Countries; Europe; Fertility; Fertility Measurements; Intermediate Variables; Methodological Studies; Northern Europe; Period Analysis; Population; Population Dynamics; Research Methodology; United Kingdom