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Poster ID #429
Abstract
Emerging research suggests that father involvement is a multifaceted concept, often driven by cultural mandates. In this study, survey data were collected from 704 adolescents aged 14-16 in Botswana. Fathers who provided both co-residence and financial support were perceived at the highest level of involvement. When considered separately, financial support rather than co-residence was associated with higher levels of perceived father involvement. Maternal gate keeping was also found to be a significant influence on perceived levels of father involvement. Implications for policy, practice and research are discussed.
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The Annual Mary Lou Fulton Mentored Research Conference showcases some of the best student research from the College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences. The mentored learning program encourages undergraduate students to participate in hands-on and practical research under the direction of a faculty member. Students create these posters as an aide in presenting the results of their research to the public, faculty, and their peers.
BYU ScholarsArchive Citation
Dyer, Kerianne and Roby, Jini, "Measuring Father Involvement with adolescents in Botswana" (2010). FHSS Mentored Research Conference. 85.
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/fhssconference_studentpub/85
Publication Date
2010-04-01
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http://hdl.lib.byu.edu/1877/2298
Language
English
College
Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Department
Social Work
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© 2010, Kerianne Dyer, et al.;
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