Cornell Retirement and Well Being Study, 1994-1999

Of these "long-term participants," there were approximately equal numbers of men and women (326 and 328 respectively). The study consisted of three waves of data collection completed approximately two years apart beginning in 1994 and ending in 1999. The first and second waves of data collection included in-person interviews consisting of structured interview schedules, self-administered questionnaires, and extensive life history reviews.

The third wave of data was collected via telephone interviews. When possible, spouses were administered questionnaires as well. Data were collected on a range of topics that permit investigation into the implications of retirement and post-retirement work for general well-being.

The Murray Research Archive holds numeric file data from all three waves of data collection. Follow-up is allowed with the restriction that any contacts of the participants must be made through the contributor.