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Multidimensional social support and parenting among Black fathers: A profile-oriented approach
Margarett McBride1, Shauna M Cooper1, Qiana Cryer-Coupet2
1Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA.
Black fathers utilize varying levels of general and parenting support. Ten distinct social support profiles were identified, showing some differences in parenting outcomes like stress and satisfaction.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Family Studies
Background:
- Limited research exists on multi-domain social support for Black fathers.
- Understanding social support is crucial for Black men navigating fatherhood.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify patterns of general and parenting-specific social support among Black fathers.
- To examine associations between social support profiles and parenting outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Utilized a profile-oriented approach with latent class analysis.
- Sample included 759 Black American fathers.
- Assessed general support (family, peers, community) and parenting-specific support.
Main Results:
- Identified 10 distinct social support profiles among Black fathers.
- Observed variations in parenting outcomes (stress, satisfaction, self-efficacy, involvement) across profiles.
- Found differences in the availability and use of social support.
Conclusions:
- Social support patterns vary significantly among Black fathers.
- Tailored support interventions may be beneficial.
- Further research is needed on support utilization in fatherhood.
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