Young unmarried fathers' experiences and perceptions of fatherhood
This article is based on a qualitative research study focusing on young unmarried fathers' experiences and perceptions of fatherhood. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with nine fathers in KwaZulu-Natal. The participants had a total of fifteen children, four of whom lived with their fathers and paternal families. Findings indicated that high unemployment, non-payment of maintenance and cultural damages, and disputes with mothers and maternal families impacted significantly on father-child contact. All the participants wished to be more involved with their children and their conception of fatherhood extended beyond being just a provider to more nurturing roles.
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| Format: | Digital revista |
| Language: | English |
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Department of Social Work, Stellenbosch University/ Universiteit Stellenbosch
2018
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| Online Access: | http://www.scielo.org.za/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0037-80542018000200008 |
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