Panel Study of Income Dynamics: Overview & Research Uses

During this interactive Webinar, Dr. Paula Fomby (University of Michigan) described the Panel Study of Income Dynamics (PSID), including its origins, population, genealogical design, ongoing and recent supplements, and frequently asked questions about data use. Dr. Caroline Ratcliffe (Urban Institute) shared an example of research using PSID data to explore childhood poverty persistence, including benefits and limitations of using the PSID. Zakia Redd (Child Trends and SSRC) served as moderator.