Explores the reasons people lose jobs, discusses the economic recession of the early twenty-first century, examines ways people cope with this kind of loss, and provides tips for children of unemployed parents.

Introduction -- Why do people lose jobs? -- A global issue -- The people behind the numbers -- Money matters -- Tough times and fun that's free -- New beginnings -- Coping with unemployment -- Top ten tips for coping with unemployment -- Glossary -- Find out more.