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PATTERN CONSUMPTION [1 record]

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Record 1 2010-06-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Saving and Consumption
  • Sociology of the Family
CONT

Overall consumption patterns. Some families eliminate the purchase of non-essential items (clothing, consumer durables, leisure). Under continuing pressure, they suspend payment on essentials such as water, fuel, and rent. Families try to delay cutbacks in staples and children's education.

Key term(s)
  • pattern of consumption

French

Domaine(s)
  • Épargne et consommation
  • Sociologie de la famille
Key term(s)
  • habitude de consommation

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Ahorro y consumo
  • Sociología de la familia
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