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What Professionals And Parents Value As Important To Childcare Quality, Margarita Espinosa
What Professionals And Parents Value As Important To Childcare Quality, Margarita Espinosa
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to evaluate how parents might choose a childcare facility, and to gauge the usefulness of an informational brochure designed to help parents understand factors professionals feel should come into play when choosing a childcare program.
The Advantages And Obstacles Of Having Been Raised By A Gay Or Lesbian Parent, Jennifer Falconi Hilt
The Advantages And Obstacles Of Having Been Raised By A Gay Or Lesbian Parent, Jennifer Falconi Hilt
Theses Digitization Project
In an exploratory study 10 adult children, with at least one identifiable gay or lesbian parent, were interviewed and asked to discuss their childhood experiences growing up in diverse families. Understanding the introspective views of adult children with gay or lesbian parents will allow social workers the ability to tailor services to ensure the needs of these new family constellations are met.
Influences Of Maternal Parenting Behaviors: Maternal Mental Health, Attachment History And Eduction, Rebecca Socorro Carreon-Bailey
Influences Of Maternal Parenting Behaviors: Maternal Mental Health, Attachment History And Eduction, Rebecca Socorro Carreon-Bailey
Theses Digitization Project
Studies have found that the type of parenting a child receives affects his or her subsequent development. This study investigates the relative influence of maternal parenting behavior and the impact of multiple variables influencing the quality of mothers' parenting behaviors. This knowledge will help to understand how early attachment experiences impact future parenting behavior.
Kinship Care Placement: Do Grandparents' Relationships With Birthparents Affect Placement Outcomes?, Judith Mary Greenwood
Kinship Care Placement: Do Grandparents' Relationships With Birthparents Affect Placement Outcomes?, Judith Mary Greenwood
Theses Digitization Project
This study will explore whether the relationships between grandparents and birthparents affect kinship care placement outcomes for court dependent children. Data was extracted from an existing study of kinship care providers.
Transition From Foster Care To Adoption: Services Needed For Building Adoption Permanency For Children, Colleen O'Neill Duggin
Transition From Foster Care To Adoption: Services Needed For Building Adoption Permanency For Children, Colleen O'Neill Duggin
Theses Digitization Project
A questionaire was developed and given to post-adoptive parents with the results to be used as a guide to examine what services need to be provided in the pre-adoptive process for parents who are adopting children that are coming from foster homes. The results of the study could be utilized by adoption social workers as a means of targeting typical areas of need or resources for families during the adoption process.
Parental Perceptions Of Overweight And Obese Children Among Low-Income Women, Infants, And Children Participants, Thomas Hernandez
Parental Perceptions Of Overweight And Obese Children Among Low-Income Women, Infants, And Children Participants, Thomas Hernandez
Theses Digitization Project
Investigates parental perceptions of overweight or obese children who receive services from the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program in San Bernardino County, California. Study design was based on a qualitative ethnographic interview technique in which a moderator guided between 6-12 individuals through a discussion of a particular topic. Results indicate that the parents interviewed were highly concerned with the health of their children and family, but do not perceive their child to be at an immediate health risk. In addition, most felt their children's weight to be "normal" in spite of any physical findings that suggested otherwise.
Working With Ethnic-Minority Families: Evaluating The Need For Cross-Cultural Training Within Riverside County Child Protective Services, Kathleen Fromayan Nebo, Darlena Allen
Working With Ethnic-Minority Families: Evaluating The Need For Cross-Cultural Training Within Riverside County Child Protective Services, Kathleen Fromayan Nebo, Darlena Allen
Theses Digitization Project
This work examined social workers at the Riverside County Child Protective Services and their need for cross-cultural training specifically when working with ethnic minority families.
Stepparents: Social Support Systems And Factors That Contribute To Role Fulfillment, Lydia Guerrero, Sonia Marlene Valadez
Stepparents: Social Support Systems And Factors That Contribute To Role Fulfillment, Lydia Guerrero, Sonia Marlene Valadez
Theses Digitization Project
Forty-five stepparents responded to four scales: Perceived Social Support Friend Scale, Perceived Social Support Family Scale, Kansas Family Life Satisfaction Scale and the Kansas Parental Satisfaction Scale. The study found a significant positive correlation between family and friend support and stepparents' role fulfillment.
The Effects Of Childhood Autistic Spectrum Disorder On Mother's Reports Of Closeness To Their Sons, Deborah Gwyn O'Hara
The Effects Of Childhood Autistic Spectrum Disorder On Mother's Reports Of Closeness To Their Sons, Deborah Gwyn O'Hara
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study compared the emotional closeness of 56 mothers of sons with autism to 57 mothers of typically-developing sons.
The Impact Of Parent-Adolescent Individuation On Sibling Relationships In Late Adolescent Females, Andrea Lynn Woods
The Impact Of Parent-Adolescent Individuation On Sibling Relationships In Late Adolescent Females, Andrea Lynn Woods
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of parent-adolescent individuation on quality of siblings relationship among late adolescent females. Findings to date indicate that while changes are occurring in the parent-child subsystem. In accordance with the family systems theory, during the process of individuation the sibling relationship experiences some conflict or rivalry.
Parents' Division Of Childcare Responsibilities: Predictors Of Fathers' Childcare Involvement And Egalitarian Attitudes, Amy Elizabeth Latta
Parents' Division Of Childcare Responsibilities: Predictors Of Fathers' Childcare Involvement And Egalitarian Attitudes, Amy Elizabeth Latta
Theses Digitization Project
The current study was designed to examine whether adult childrens' reports of egalitarian parenting by their parents would influence the likelihood for egalitarian parenting behavior and gender role attitudes of the adult child. In general, results support the notion of intergenerational transmission of egalitarian parenting behavior. Individuals whose fathers were more involved in parenting reported greater father involvement in parenting their own children.
Sex Stereotypes: A Comparison Of Hispanic And Caucasian Mother's Expectations And Wishes, Ngoc Thuy Pham
Sex Stereotypes: A Comparison Of Hispanic And Caucasian Mother's Expectations And Wishes, Ngoc Thuy Pham
Theses Digitization Project
In order to understand how children develop gender stereotypes, research needs to be conducted regarding parent's beliefs about gender differences and gender expectations. This is because while there may be other environmental factors involved, parents still have powerful influence on their children. Gender identification starts early. Children learn that this is the way males or females are supposed to behave. Parents may shape and influence a child's beliefs concerning feminine and masculine identities even from the very first moments of a child's life.
Marital Satisfaction Among Adult Children Of Divorce: The Connection To Poor Conflict Resolution Skills, Deanna Michelle Graham
Marital Satisfaction Among Adult Children Of Divorce: The Connection To Poor Conflict Resolution Skills, Deanna Michelle Graham
Theses Digitization Project
The focus of this study is on marital satisfaction among adult children of divorce and how they address conflict in their marriage.
An Evaluation Of Parent Effectiveness Training Provided By A Faith-Based Organization, Kim Lynette Braxton
An Evaluation Of Parent Effectiveness Training Provided By A Faith-Based Organization, Kim Lynette Braxton
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to examine the effectiveness of parent training seminars. The intention of this study is to find out if parents' knowledge increased in their understanding of 4 areas of parenting: Discipline, communication between parent-child, communication with teachers and effective parenting style.
Lack Of Positive Social Support: The Effect On The Recidivism Rate Of Youthful Offenders, Marsha Fielding-Payton, Adriana Cebreros Torres
Lack Of Positive Social Support: The Effect On The Recidivism Rate Of Youthful Offenders, Marsha Fielding-Payton, Adriana Cebreros Torres
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to determine how the lack of social support can contribute to the recidivism rate of youthful offenders once they are released back into the community.
Family Mealtimes: Topics Associated With The Adolescent's Academic Standing And Self-Esteem, Deborah Ann Vandenboom
Family Mealtimes: Topics Associated With The Adolescent's Academic Standing And Self-Esteem, Deborah Ann Vandenboom
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to investigate family mealtime dynamics from the adolescent's perspective and explore what topics are discussed compared to what topics they would like to discuss, and to examine the association among mealtimes and the adolescent's academic status and self-esteem.
The Relationship Between Long-Term Effects Of Child Neglect And Parenting Styles, Triny Marilyn Brown, Valerie Jean Bedore
The Relationship Between Long-Term Effects Of Child Neglect And Parenting Styles, Triny Marilyn Brown, Valerie Jean Bedore
Theses Digitization Project
The relationship between long-term effects of child neglect and parenting styles were examined in this study. It was predicted that adults who have been neglected, as children, would be more likely to adopt an authoritarian parenting style.
Removal, Reunification, And Reentry: The State Of Foster Care Children And Their Substance-Abusing Parents, Jeannette Doswell
Removal, Reunification, And Reentry: The State Of Foster Care Children And Their Substance-Abusing Parents, Jeannette Doswell
Theses Digitization Project
The increasing number of children who have reentered foster care is a pervasive problem today. The present study examined the recovery of substance-dependent parents and the length of time between reunification and a maltreatment recurrence event.
Evaluation Of An Intervention Program For Assisting Family Caregivers With Placement Decisions, Adriana Raquel Bailey
Evaluation Of An Intervention Program For Assisting Family Caregivers With Placement Decisions, Adriana Raquel Bailey
Theses Digitization Project
The emotional aspect of caregiving is extremely complex and caregivers face tremendous emotional challenges as they react to the reality of their loved one's increasing disability. When it comes to making the placement decision, caregivers have frequently reached a burnout point in making decisions.
The Barriers In Custodial Grandparenting, Sheila Grant
The Barriers In Custodial Grandparenting, Sheila Grant
Theses Digitization Project
The quantitative study attempted to examine the barriers and challenges of grandparents raising grandchildren. The primary focus is to explore the problems and concerns to determine what are the specific needs of these redefined families. The researcher employed a questionnaire with some closed and open-ended questions, pertaining to the problems and concerns of custodial grandparents. Twenty-five grandparents in San Bernardino County were interviewed to obtain data regarding this issue. The findings of the study revealed that grandparents and grandchildren both are in need of internal and external resources to enhance, empower and support their inner ability to adjust and cope …
An Exploratory Study Of Foster Care Emanicipation In An Adult Population: Home Again, Home Again, Elizabeth Waldon, Debbie Ann Davis
An Exploratory Study Of Foster Care Emanicipation In An Adult Population: Home Again, Home Again, Elizabeth Waldon, Debbie Ann Davis
Theses Digitization Project
This qualitative study explored the foster care emanicipation experience of adults who had "aged out" of the foster care system. This study found that foster care had negative impacts on participants' ability to form attachments while in foster care and in their adult relationships.
In-Laws And Marital Relationships, Trisha Marie Terry
In-Laws And Marital Relationships, Trisha Marie Terry
Theses Digitization Project
This study examined the relationship between married individuals, their mothers-in-laws, fathers-in-law and marital adjustment. Participants were 33 male and 123 female married college students (mean age of 30) who responded to a questionaire assessing perceived in-law social support, perceived dissimilarity in family values with in-laws, triangulation with in-laws, and marital adjustment.
Elder Care Based Work-Family Conflict: Antecedents And Outcomes, Jaime Lynn Barrah
Elder Care Based Work-Family Conflict: Antecedents And Outcomes, Jaime Lynn Barrah
Theses Digitization Project
Examing the antecedents and outcomes of elder care based work-family conflict, - presenting family interference with work and work interference with family as major components.
An Exploration Of Family Of Origin Violence, Shaming, And Insecure Attachment Styles In Men Who Batter, Larissa Alexandra Elias
An Exploration Of Family Of Origin Violence, Shaming, And Insecure Attachment Styles In Men Who Batter, Larissa Alexandra Elias
Theses Digitization Project
This was an exploratory study designed to better understand the extent to which domestic batterers have experienced exposure to family of origin violence, shaming by a parent, and developed insecure attachment styles during childhood.
Attitudes And Practices Of Corporal Punishment With Ethnicity And Religiosity As Predictive Variables, Denise Rodriguez, Allen Kay Sackett
Attitudes And Practices Of Corporal Punishment With Ethnicity And Religiosity As Predictive Variables, Denise Rodriguez, Allen Kay Sackett
Theses Digitization Project
This study explores the relationship between ethnicity and level of religiosity, and parental or caregiver practices of physical punishment as a discipline style.
Attachment Behaviors Displayed By Children In Foster Care, Denise Cathleen Rice
Attachment Behaviors Displayed By Children In Foster Care, Denise Cathleen Rice
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the level of attachment, secure or insecure, displayed by foster children after a minimal one-hour separation from their foster parent. The sample consisted of fifty foster parents (22 males and 28 females) who had foster children ranging in ages from 3-12. The foster children have lived in the current foster care placement for at least one month. To measure the foster child's level of attachment to the foster parent, the foster parent completed a demographic survey as well as the Parent/Child Reunion Inventory (Marcus 1988). Analysis was conducted using a variety of …
Relationships Between Family Environment, Psychological Maltreatment, And Well-Being And Symptoms, Rhonda Kay Alvarez
Relationships Between Family Environment, Psychological Maltreatment, And Well-Being And Symptoms, Rhonda Kay Alvarez
Theses Digitization Project
An examination of the relationships between family environment, psychological maltreatment, subjective well-being and psychological distress. Certain family environments may be more at risk for engaging in psychological maltreatment than others.
A Program Evaluation Of The Adolescent Family Life Program, Tricia Rachelle Licon
A Program Evaluation Of The Adolescent Family Life Program, Tricia Rachelle Licon
Theses Digitization Project
The focus of the study was an evaluation of a pregnancy prevention program. The study was designed to look at the adolescent pregnant and parenting population in the Adolescent Family Life Program, which serves about 300 clients in Southern California.
African American Males' Attitudes Toward Marriage, Monique Townsend
African American Males' Attitudes Toward Marriage, Monique Townsend
Theses Digitization Project
This study presents the results from an exploratory study that measured 71 African American males' attitudes toward marriage, their ideal marriage partner, and their attitudes toward African American women.
Combat Veterans Diagnosed With Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: An Argument For Family-Centered Therapy, Cherie Bogel, Marion Wilson
Combat Veterans Diagnosed With Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: An Argument For Family-Centered Therapy, Cherie Bogel, Marion Wilson
Theses Digitization Project
The psychological effects of combat experience on war veterans has been widely documented, ever since what is now called posttraumatics stress disorder (PTSD) was discovered in soldiers and given names like shell shock, battle fatigue and war neurosis.