"Good guy, the bad guy, and the friend": The influence of single-mothers on child development
Abstract
This study examined how the triumphs and challenges of single-parenting, specifically by single mothers, affects child development through the early childhood years. The participants included four single-mothers. Interviews were conducted with open-ended and semi-structured questions in order to grasp the real-life experiences of single-parenting and how that affects their child or children's development. Two main themes that emerged were the positives and negatives of single-parenting. The sub-themes of positives included involvement, emotional health, and supports. The sub-themes of negatives included responsibility, parent and child stress, and mental health. The findings are explained by addressing the general implications on the education field with professionals working with single-parents and children of single-parent families.
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