Navigating young fatherhood: experiences and coping strategies of unmarried fathers raising children born out of wedlock

The study concludes that the experiences of young unmarried fathers are determined by their employment status and financial stability. Therefore, the study recommends that social workers should develop interventions targeted at addressing the challenges of young unmarried fathers raising children born out of wedlock and assist young unmarried fathers to develop positive coping strategies.

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Discover Mental Health
Published
2025-08-12
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https://doi.org/10.1007/s44192-025-00271-w
Primary Topic
Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving
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Navigating young fatherhood: experiences and coping strategies of unmarried fathers raising children born out of wedlock

Frans Koketso Matlakala, Tsholofelo Shophi, Oratile Sibongile Mafora
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Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving
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Navigating young fatherhood: experiences and coping strategies of unmarried fathers raising children born out of wedlock

Frans Koketso Matlakala, Tsholofelo Shophi, Oratile Sibongile Mafora
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Abstract

The study concludes that the experiences of young unmarried fathers are determined by their employment status and financial stability. Therefore, the study recommends that social workers should develop interventions targeted at addressing the challenges of young unmarried fathers raising children born out of wedlock and assist young unmarried fathers to develop positive coping strategies.

Discover Mental HealthVol. 5(1)
North-West University (ZA), Mahle (Austria) (AT)
National Research Foundation, North-West University
Decent work and economic growth
Openalex Percentile: Top 73%
Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving
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