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Cognitive and academic functioning in foster children

M Fox, K Arcuri

    Child Welfare
    |September 1, 1980
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    Foster children

    Area of Science:

    • Child Psychology
    • Educational Psychology
    • Social Work

    Background:

    • Foster care is a system designed to protect children removed from their homes.
    • Understanding the developmental trajectories of children in foster care is crucial for effective interventions.
    • Previous research highlights potential challenges faced by children in foster care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the cognitive and academic skills of children in foster care.
    • To compare the functioning of foster children with specific demographic groups.

    Main Methods:

    • The study evaluated cognitive and academic skills.
    • A cohort of children under the care of a specific agency was assessed.

    Main Results:

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    • Foster children's general functioning was comparable to that of low-income children.
    • Foster children's general functioning was comparable to that of minority children.

    Conclusions:

    • Children in foster care may not universally exhibit deficits in cognitive and academic skills compared to certain vulnerable populations.
    • The findings suggest that environmental factors, such as socioeconomic status and minority status, may have a more significant impact on functioning than foster care placement alone.
    • Further research is needed to explore the nuances of development within the foster care system.