Changes in Wealth By Group Since 1989 (IMAGE) Duke University Caption The wealth gap between households of seniors and those with children has ballooned since 1989, a new study finds. Credit Christina Gibson-Davis and Christine Percheski, based on analysis of federal data Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.