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[Experiences of Biological Children in Foster Families - A Qualitative Study on a Blind Spot in Foster Child Care]

Alina Debye1, Johannes Jungbauer1

  • 1Katholische Hochschule NRW, Abt. Aachen Institut für Gesundheitsforschung und Soziale Psychiatrie (igsp) Robert-Schumann-Str. 25 52066 Aachen Deutschland.

Praxis Der Kinderpsychologie Und Kinderpsychiatrie
|December 13, 2022
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Biological children in foster families often feel unprepared for their foster sibling

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Family Studies

Context:

  • Limited research exists on the experiences of biological children within foster families.
  • Foster care involves complex family dynamics impacting all members.
  • Biological children play a significant role in the success of foster placements.

Purpose:

  • To explore the lived experiences of biological children (aged 9–18) with foster siblings.
  • To understand the challenges and positive aspects of growing up with foster siblings.
  • To identify areas for improved support for biological children in foster families.

Summary:

  • Interviews reveal that biological children generally view their relationships with foster siblings positively, while acknowledging difficulties.
  • These children often undertake significant family responsibilities and contribute to the foster placement.
  • A notable finding is the feeling of being inadequately prepared for fostering and managing interactions with foster children.

Impact:

  • Highlights the need for better preparation and support systems for biological children in foster care.
  • Informs practice and policy development to enhance the well-being of all children in foster families.
  • Suggests future research directions focusing on the long-term effects and specific needs of biological siblings.

Keywords:
InterviewstudiePflegefamilienPflegekinderhilfebiological childrenfoster carefoster familiesin-depth interview studyleibliche Kinderqualitative Forschungqualitative research

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