Description: This 1978 panel presentation discussed futurism topics and presented the results of a survey on demographic trends conducted by the Committee on Futurism. Key findings of survey comparing mid 1960's with mid 1970's: A. Divorce rate - doubled B. Fertility rate - declined by about one-third C. Mortality - little improvement for the adult ages of 25-64 D. Retirement Age - trend toward early retirement has met a counter force due in part to inflation

Description: Provides data including a special survey of elder orphans, lays out issues and offers ideas for solutions. Describes types of need for health care support.

Description: Offers an overview of how family contributes to retirement security. Discusses transfers between generations, high-age issues, divorce, what people expect and caregiving.

Description: Explores how blended families are different and the same. Provides survey data on how people feel about responsibility in different types of families. Provides stories of experience.