Mothering at a Distance: what incarcerated mothers value about a parenting programme

Title
Mothering at a Distance: what incarcerated mothers value about a parenting programme
Publication Date
2015
Author(s)
Rossiter, Chris
Power, Tamara
Fowler, Cathrine
Jackson, Debra
Hyslop, Deirdre
Dawson, Angela
Type of document
Journal Article
Language
en
Entity Type
Publication
Publisher
Routledge
Place of publication
Australia
DOI
10.1080/10376178.2015.1105108
UNE publication id
une:21982
Abstract
Background: Children with incarcerated mothers experience adverse health, social and emotional circumstances, and are a particularly vulnerable group. Mothers in custody face significant challenges in parenting their children. Aims: The study aimed to identify participants' views on impact of a parenting support programme for incarcerated mothers in NSW Australia. Methods: The mixed-methods study examined 134 responses to open and closed questions on a questionnaire for programme participants. Results: Participants found the programme worthwhile, engaging and relevant. It enhanced their parenting knowledge and confidence. Open-ended responses highlighted program elements which participants valued, specifically support for their parenting role in complicated circumstances, greater understanding of child development and perspectives, and practical strategies for facilitating connections with their children during their incarceration. Conclusions: The study informs nurses working with women who have experienced incarceration and their children, both in custodial and community settings.
Link
Citation
Contemporary Nurse, 50(2-3), p. 238-255
ISSN
1839-3535
1037-6178
Start page
238
End page
255

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