Perspectives regarding Motivations for Adoption by Christian Adoptive Parents
A Qualitative Study
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 20332802 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Michael W Firmin (Cedarville University, corresponding author), Kelley C Pugh (Cedarville University), Ruth L Markham (Cedarville University), Valerie A Sohn (Cedarville University), Emily N Gentry (Cedarville University) |
| Year | 2017 |
| Volume | 45 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 58-68 |
| Publication date | 2017-03-01 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Journal of Psychology and Theology (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0091-6471 • E-ISSN: 2328-1162 |
| Publisher | SAGE Publications (PUBLISHER • US) |
| DOI | 10.1177/009164711704500105 |
| OpenAlex | W2581396012 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 9 |
| References cited | 26 |
This qualitative phenomenological research study was conducted through semi-structured interviews with 21 self-described practicing Evangelical Christian families who have both biological and adopted children. The participants in the study shared numerous common elements pertaining to their shared perspectives. Here, we present the results specifically related to the reported motivations of the parents for adopting children. Findings included theological motivations to adopt (i.e., perceived biblical mandate, perspective of ministry, concepts of spiritual adoption, views towards God's blessings) and a perspective that some romanticize the nature of adoption. We discuss various theological and spiritual implications of the findings in the context of biblical teachings to care for orphans and show love to underserved populations. The results also are related to research literature addressing the stress often reported by parents who adopt children
Christian ministry · Context (archaeology) · Mandate · Perspective (graphical) · Qualitative research · Social science · Sociology · Theology · Child Welfare and Adoption · Family Dynamics and Relationships · Psychology · Reproductive Health and Technologies · Social Psychology
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| Unique citing works | 9 |
|---|---|
| Citations per year | 1,5 |
| Citation span | 2020 - 2026 (7) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 7 |