Young Black Fathers' Perceptions of Fatherhood
A Family Systems Account
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 2348544 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Zimbini Ncayiyane (University of the Free State), Lindi Nel (0000-0002-2440-6895, University of the Free State, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2024 |
| Volume | 45 |
| Issue | 6 |
| Pages | 1431-1452 |
| Publication date | 2024-06-01 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Journal of Family Issues (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0192-513X • E-ISSN: 1552-5481 |
| Publisher | SAGE Publications Inc (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.1177/0192513x231172955 |
| OpenAlex | W4367297749 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 4 |
| References cited | 21 |
Within the historical context of South Africa, fathers are largely considered the breadwinner, an ideology linked to financial affordability. The breadwinner title may be a masculine boost for some but denotes a sense of disempowerment for those without financial muscle. This is especially true for young black South African fathers who are still confronting socio-historical challenges including continued high levels of unemployment. This qualitative study sought to explore how young black fathers perceive and understand fatherhood based on their individual experiences and given their socio-historical and cultural challenges. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and focus groups. Eight participants were selected through non-probability purposive sampling. Thematic analysis was used to analyse the data with the foundation of a family systems theoretical framework. Findings indicated that the perception of fatherhood is constructed through (a) financial insecurity, (b) (un)expectancy and psychological distress, (c) shared responsibility, (d) cultural dynamics and (e) a renewed sense of self meaning. The study has added value in ensuring that the voices of young black fathers are captured through their lived experiences. The findings suggest that much investment is still required to understand the different angles and dynamics of young black fathers in South Africa
Developmental psychology · Focus group · Geography · Intersectionality · Nonprobability sampling · Perception · Population · Qualitative research · Social science · Sociology · Thematic analysis · Demography · Family Dynamics and Relationships · Family Support in Illness · Gender Roles and Identity Studies · Gender Studies · Psychology · Social Psychology
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| Unique citing works | 4 |
|---|---|
| Citations per year | 2 |
| Citation span | 2024 - 2026 (3) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 4 |