British Birth Cohorts

British birth cohorts are long-term research studies that follow groups of people born in the same year or within specific years in the UK. These studies collect detailed data about their health, education, employment, and social circumstances over decades. The aim is to understand how early life influences later life outcomes, identify trends across generations, and inform public policies. By tracking the same individuals over time, researchers can better understand factors affecting well-being and development throughout their lives. Examples include the 1958 National Child Development Study and the 1970 British Cohort Study.