Doulas’ Perceptions on Single Mothers’ Risk and Protective Factors, and Aspirations Relative to Child - Birth

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ID12391920
AuthorsGizem Arat (0000-0002-2053-5083, University of Pittsburgh, corresponding author)
Year2015
Publication date2015-01-14
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueQualitative Report (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1052-0147 • E-ISSN: 2160-3715
PublisherNova Southeastern University (PUBLISHER • US)
DOI10.46743/2160-3715/2013.1567
OpenAlexW2135531805
LanguageEN
Citations received1
References cited2

This study the author aims to explore the perceptions of doulas on single mothers’ risk and protective factors, and aspirations relative to child - birth in the postpartum care. The current study was conducted by semi - structured questions, case file reviews, field notes, and twelve home visits via utilizing Grounded Theory. These mothers receive social services through a family services agency in Pittsburg h, PA. There were three doulas and three single mothers in the sample group. Findings displayed four themes: (a ) doula program is helpful for single mothers relative to child - birth, ( b ) social exclusion is a risk factor in single mothers lives relative to leading to single motherhood; (c ) support system is a protective factor in single mothers ’ lives relative to child - birth; and (d ) pursuing education and applying for jobs are the aspirations of single mothers relative to child - birth

Agency (philosophy · Developmental psychology · Grounded theory · Perception · Qualitative research · Relative risk · Single mothers · Sociology · Grief, Bereavement, and Mental Health · Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions · Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum · Medicine · Nursing · Psychology

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