Families of head start children: a research connection.(research finds need for continued Head Start assistance with mother competence)

From: Journal of Instructional Psychology | Date: March 1, 2003| Author: Singh, Delar K. | Copyright information

The present study looked at the diverse family systems of Head Start children. With the underpinnings of Family Systems Theory, it specifically addressed the following main research questions: (1) Do families of African-American and Caucasian Head Start children experience parenting stress? (2) Is perceived lack of parental competence associated with child related stress in families of African-American and Caucasian Head Start children? (3) Is there a relationship between African A...

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