Conceptualizing Adoptive Parent Support Groups
A Mixed-Method Process
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 12460334 |
|---|---|
| Authors | J Jay Miller (0000-0001-8909-6392, University of Kentucky, corresponding author), Christine Sauer (0000-0003-2170-7243, University of Kentucky), Karen Bowman (University of Kentucky), Karen F Bowman (University of Kentucky), Shawndaya Thrasher (0000-0002-2870-4056, University of Kentucky), Kalea Benner (0000-0003-2872-9218, University of Kentucky), Melissa Segress (University of Kentucky), Chunling Niu (0000-0002-9106-0417, University of Kentucky) |
| Year | 2017 |
| Volume | 21 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 41-57 |
| Publication date | 2017-10-23 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | No |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Adoption Quarterly (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1092-6755 • E-ISSN: 1544-452X |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/10926755.2017.1387210 |
| OpenAlex | W2766181759 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 9 |
| References cited | 32 |
Indubitably, the process of adopting a young person, no matter the context, can be challenging. To assist adoptive parents in coping with these challenges, entities (e.g., social service/adoption agencies, etc.) have historically fostered the development of support groups. Despite the intent of these efforts, many adoptive parent support groups utilize frameworks that are not congruent with meeting the needs of group participants. This paper examines the process for using Concept Mapping to conceptualize effective support groups based on the perspectives of adoptive parents in one southeastern state
Context (archaeology · Coping (psychology · Developmental psychology · Process (computing · Psychotherapist · Social support · Child Welfare and Adoption · Community Health and Development · Computer Science · Psychology · Social Psychology
Adoptive Parents’ Experiences of Support From Social Workers and Informal Networks During the Adoption Process
Adoptive Parent Advice
Supporting Adoptive Parents
Identifying family engagement priorities in youth residential treatment settings
(Re)construindo vínculos
Investigating parental stress and sense of competence among foster and adoptive caregivers
Assessing the impact of a virtual support group on adoptive parent stress and competence
The Challenges and Resources of Adoptive and Long-Term Foster Parents of Children with Trauma Histories
Support, information seeking, and homophily in a virtual support group for adoptive parents
Concept Mapping for Planning and Evaluation
Multidimensional Scaling
Building Effective Post‐Adoption Services
Mapping of health system functions to strengthen priority programs. The case of maternal health in Mexico
Research Review
The Use of Sandtray Therapy With Adoptive Families
Post-Adoption Support Groups
Support for Birth Mothers in a Group Setting
Benefits of an Independent Support Group for Adopters
The Hague Convention on the Protection of Children and Co-Operation in Respect of Intercountry Adoption
Adolescent adoption
The journey to adopt a child who has special needs
Fostering empathy through stories
Exploring the path from foster care to stable and lasting adoption
An evaluation of post-adoption services
Post-Adoption Service Needs of Families with Special Needs Children
Toward a Theory of Social Support
Symbols and Social Theory
The Strength of Weak Ties
Factors Affecting Adoption Decisions
| Unique citing works | 9 |
|---|---|
| Citations per year | 1,29 |
| Citation span | 2019 - 2026 (8) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 9 |