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African-American fathers: perceptions of two generations
R D Strom1, H Amukamara, S K Strom
1Division of Psychology in Education, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287-0611, USA. bob.strom@asu.edu
Journal of Adolescence
|August 11, 2000
Summary
African-American fathers and their 10-14-year-old children perceived parental success differently. Key factors influencing these views included time spent together and adult supervision after school.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Family Studies
Background:
- Parenting dynamics within African-American families are crucial for child development.
- Understanding generational perceptions of parental success is vital for targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore African-American fathers' views on their parenting strengths and weaknesses.
- To examine how their 10-14-year-old children perceive their fathers' parenting performance.
Main Methods:
- The study utilized the Parent Success Indicator (PSI) tool.
- Data were collected from 102 fathers and 104 adolescents in the target age group.
Main Results:
- Significant generational differences were observed across five of the six PSI subscales.
- Father-child time, adult presence after school, and child's gender were strong predictors of perceived parental success.
Conclusions:
- Generational perspectives on parenting success diverge, highlighting the need for intergenerational communication.
- Factors like shared time and structured home environments significantly shape perceptions of effective fathering.
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