Successful single-parent families

Article Abstract:

Research on 12 single-parent families who defined themselves as successful revealed that 'the deficit theory,' which believes that single-parent families are bound to have problems, is not always true. The families interviewed expressed optimism about their lives while candidly admitting their failures. The characteristics which were associated with successful two-parent families were also found in single-parent families. The researchers interviewed the families for two hours and all the parents were white, female, divorced for at least three years and had at least one child with them.

Research

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Psychosocial adjustments during the first year of single parenthood: a comparison of Mexican-American and Anglo women

Article Abstract:

It is vital that psychiatrists understand divorce-impact disparities between single mothers of different ethnic groups. Mexican-American mothers, though younger, less educated, and having more children, encountered fewer problems than Anglos. This was due to the better family support networks because of geographical proximity between families. Consequently Anglo single mothers are more disposed towards mental crises in the situation.

Social aspects, Mexican Americans, Single parents, Anglo-Americans, English Americans

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Predictors of general well-being among female single parent college students

Article Abstract:

Social support systems, self-esteem and family environment contribute to the general well-being of female single parent college students. Socioeconomic status and length of time as a single parent do not appear to have any significant relationship to this group's well-being. These variables can be useful in developing a family assessment guide that would identify the strengths and weaknesses of single parent families.

Single mothers

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