Voices of African-American teen fathers
Subtitle: I'm doing what I got to do
By: Angelia M. Paschal.
Publisher: Haworth Social Work Practice Press
Published: 2006
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 228
ISBN-13: 9780789027375; 9780789027382
Subjects: African American teenage fathers; Child rearing; Parenting
Description: "Voices of African-American Teen Fathers is an insightful look at adolescent pregnancy and parenthood through the eyes of fathers aged 14 to 19. This unique book features candid interviews with thirty teens who talk about "doing what I got to do" - handling their responsibilities as best they can given their perceptions, limitations, and life experiences. Teens talk about how and why they became fathers, how they handle being a parent, their perceptions of fatherhood, the relationships they have with their parents and the mothers of their children, and how they deal with the everyday struggles, demands, and concerns they face."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Literature review; title: Research methods; title: How and why African-American teens become fathers; title: How teen fathers think about and do fatherhood; title: Teen fathers and their families of origin; title: Teen fathers and the mothers of their children; title: Teen fathers and peer influence; title: The challenges and concerns of teen fathers; title: Discussion and conclusions.