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Parenting in Contemporary Society

ISBN: 9780205161058 | 0205161057
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Pub. Date: 6/1/1995

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SummaryTable of Contents
This book was written to acquaint upper-level undergraduate and graduate students with parenting in three major areas: (1) concepts, challenges, and changes; (2) diverse family types; and (3) risks and alternatives.
Prefacexi
PART I PARENTING: CONCEPTS, CHALLENGES, AND CHANGES1(150)
Chapter 1 Parenting in Perspective
1(30)
Concepts of Parentin... MORE
1(26)
Parenthood
1(7)
Parenting
8(15)
Parent Education
23(4)
Summary
27(1)
References
27(4)
Chapter 2 The Changing Nature of Parenting: Infancy and Early Childhood
31(29)
Parents and Infants
31(7)
Parents as Caregivers
31(2)
Establishing Basic Trust
33(1)
Attachment
34(1)
Developing Reciprocity
35(1)
Infant Stimulation
36(2)
Parents and Toddlers
38(5)
The Parents' Roles as Protectors
38(1)
Coping with Growing Autonomy
39(1)
Providing Learning Experiences
40(3)
Programs for Parents of Infants and Toddlers
43(1)
Parents and Preschool Children
44(10)
The Parents' Roles as Nurturers
44(2)
Discipline versus Punishment
46(3)
Self-Concept
49(2)
Developing a Sense of Initiative
51(2)
Providing Learning Experiences
53(1)
Programs for Parents of Preschool Children
54(2)
Developmental Needs of Parents
56(2)
Summary
58(1)
References
58(2)
Chapter 3 The Changing Nature of Parenting: Middle Childhood and Adolescence
60(40)
Parents and School-Age Children
60(9)
The Parents' Roles as Encouragers
60(1)
Discipline
61(2)
Developing a Sense of Industry
63(1)
Building a Healthy Self-Concept
64(2)
Providing Learning Experiences
66(3)
Programs for Parents of School-Age Children
69(2)
Parent Involvement in the Schools
69(1)
Chapter I Programs
70(1)
Parent Education via the Child's School
71(1)
Developmental Needs of Parents
71(1)
Sibling Relationships
72(3)
Presence versus absence of Siblings
73(1)
Developmental Tasks of Siblings
73(1)
Sibling Rivalry
74(1)
Parents and Preadolescents
75(4)
The Unstable Role of Parents
75(1)
Developing a Sense of Industry and an Initial Sense of Identity
76(1)
Transition from Adult Code to Peer Code
77(1)
Developmental Needs of Parents
78(1)
Parents and Adolescents
79(14)
The Parents' Roles as Counselors
79(2)
Developing a Sense of Identity
81(4)
Rearing Adolescents in Contemporary Society
85(2)
Adolescent Sexuality
87(4)
Adolescent Substance Use
91(2)
Programs for Parents of Adolescents
93(1)
Developmental Needs of Parents
94(2)
Summary
96(1)
References
96(4)
Chapter 4 The Changing Nature of Parenting: Later Life
100(23)
Parents and Adult Children
100(5)
Parenting Young Adult Children
102(3)
Grandparenting
105(9)
Functions and Styles of Grandparenthood
106(3)
Variables Related to Grandparenting
109(3)
The Nature of Grandparental Influence
112(1)
Grandparents: A Potpourri
113(1)
Caring for Elderly Parents
114(6)
Types of Parent Care
116(1)
Variables Related to Aid and Contact
117(1)
Qualitative Aspects of Parent Care
118(1)
Problems of Parent Care
119(1)
Summary
120(1)
References
120(3)
Chapter 5 Becoming a More Effective Parent: Contemporary Strategies
123(28)
Systematic Training for Effective Parenting
124(5)
The Goals of Misbehavior
124(1)
Reflective Listening
125(1)
Expressive Aspects of Communication
125(2)
Natural and Logical Consequences
127(1)
The Family Meeting
128(1)
Other STEP Programs
128(1)
Research Relating to the Adlerian Approach
129(1)
Active Parenting
129(1)
How to Talk So Kids Will Listen
130(3)
Helping Children Deal with Their Feelings
130(1)
Engaging Cooperation
131(1)
Providing Alternatives to Punishment
131(1)
Encouraging Autonomy
131(1)
Using Praise Effectively
132(1)
Freeing Children from Playing Roles
133(1)
Parents as Teachers
133(2)
Nurturing Programs
135(1)
Living with 10- to 15-year-olds
136(1)
Responsive Parenting
136(1)
Assertive Discipline
137(6)
Communicating Assertively
139(1)
Backing Up Words with Actions
139(1)
Laying Down the Law
140(2)
Research Related to Assertive Discipline
142(1)
The National Extension Parent Education Model
143(1)
Comparison and Evaluation of Contemporary Strategies
144(5)
Similarities
144(1)
Differences
145(1)
Strengths and Limitations
146(3)
Summary
149(1)
References
149(2)
PART II PARENTING: DIVERSE FAMILY TYPES151(124)
Chapter 6 Parenting in Diverse Cultures
151(37)
Socioeconomic Differences in Parenting
151(5)
Quality of the Home Environment
152(1)
Parenting Behaviors
153(3)
Parenting in African-American Families
156(11)
Demographics
156(1)
Diverse Viewpoints of the African-American Family
157(2)
Functions of African-American Families
159(1)
Characteristics of African-American Culture That Affect Parenting
160(2)
African-American Mothers
162(1)
African-American Fathers
163(1)
Rearing African-American Children
164(1)
Resources for African-American Families
165(1)
Future Research Needs
166(1)
Parenting in Mexican-American Families
167(5)
Demographics
167(1)
Family Roles and Relationships
168(2)
Rearing Mexican-American Children
170(2)
Future Research Needs
172(1)
Parenting in Native-American Families
172(6)
Demographics
173(1)
Family Structure
174(1)
Value Orientation
175(1)
Parent-Child Interactions
175(2)
The Indian Child Welfare Act
177(1)
Future Research Needs
177(1)
Parenting in Asian-American Families
178(6)
Historical Perspectives
178(1)
Demographics
179(1)
Chinese-American Families
180(2)
Japanese-American Families
182(1)
Summary
183(1)
Similarities and Differences among Cultures
184(1)
Summary
184(1)
References
185(3)
Chapter 7 Parenting in Single-Parent Families and Stepfamilies
188(51)
Single-Parent Families
189(26)
Single Mothers
191(6)
Single Fathers
197(4)
Issues Related to Single Parenting
201(11)
Services and Support for Single-Parent Families
212(3)
Stepfamilies
215(19)
Issues for Stepfamilies
216(8)
Stepmothers
224(2)
Stepfathers
226(2)
Children in Stepfamilies
228(4)
Support for Stepfamilies
232(2)
Summary
234(1)
References
235(4)
Chapter 8 Parenting in Families with Diverse Lifestyles
239(36)
Dual-Career Families
239(2)
Characteristics of Dual-Career Families
241(1)
Dual-Earner Families
241(15)
Integration of Work and Family Roles and Responsibilities
243(6)
Martial Relationships in Dual-Career and Dual-Earner Families
249(1)
Children in Dual-Career and Dual-Earner Families
250(3)
Support for Dual-Career and Dual-Earner Parents
253(3)
Cohabiting Parents
256(3)
Gay and Lesbian Parents
259(11)
Reasons Gays and Lesbians Marry and Become Parents
260(1)
Gay Fathers
261(3)
Lesbian Mothers
264(4)
Effects of Homosexuality on Children
268(1)
Alternative Routes to Parenthood for Gays and Lesbians
269(1)
Gay Adoption and Foster Care
269(1)
Support for Gay and Lesbian Parents
270(1)
Summary
270(1)
References
271(4)
PART III PARENTING: RISKS AND ALTERNATIVES275(121)
Chapter 9 Parenting in High-Risk Families
275(39)
Adolescent Parents
275(14)
The Problem
276(1)
Factors Associated with Adolescent Pregnancy
277(1)
Outcomes
277(5)
Parenting by Adolescents
282(3)
Teenage Fathers
285(1)
Programs for Teen Pregnancy and Parenthood
286(3)
Abusive Parents
289(14)
Types of Child Abuse/Neglect
290(1)
Characteristics of Abusive Parents
291(4)
Effects of Abuse on Children
295(3)
Familial Aspects of Abuse
298(1)
Reporting Abuse
299(1)
Support for Abusive Parents
300(3)
Homelessness
303(6)
Incidence
304(1)
Causes of Homelessness
304(2)
Characteristics of Homeless Parents
306(1)
Characteristics of Homeless Children
306(2)
Support for Homeless Families
308(1)
Summary
309(1)
References
310(4)
Chapter 10 Parenting Children with Exceptionalities
314(27)
Reactions of Parents at Birth
314(1)
Types of Exceptionalities
315(8)
Physical Disabilities
315(2)
Mental Retardation
317(1)
Learning Disabilities
318(1)
Communicative Disorders
319(1)
Hearing Impairments
320(1)
Visual Impairments/Blindness
321(1)
Emotional/Behavioral Disorders
321(1)
Developmental Delay
322(1)
Giftedness
322(1)
Other At-Risk or Disabling Conditions
323(3)
Prematurity
324(1)
Prenatal Substance Use
324(1)
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
325(1)
Challenges for Families with Exceptional Children
326(9)
Stress and Family Environment
326(3)
Parent-Child Relationships
329(5)
Resilient Children
334(1)
Support for Parents with Exceptional Children
335(3)
Legislation
335(3)
Summary
338(1)
References
339(2)
Chapter 11 Alternatives to Biological Parenthood
341(26)
Adoptive Parenthood
341(9)
Incidence
341(1)
Characteristics of Adoptive Parents
342(2)
Adopted Children
344(1)
Outcomes of Adoption
345(3)
The Search by Adult Adoptees for Birth Parents
348(1)
Challenges to the Adoption Field
349(1)
Parenting via Embryo Technology
350(6)
Artificial Insemination by Donor
350(2)
In-Vitro Fertilization
352(1)
Surrogate Mothers
353(1)
Other Innovations
354(1)
Issues Relating to Embryo Technology
355(1)
Foster Parenthood
356(9)
The Role of the Foster Parent
358(2)
Children in Foster Care
360(2)
Factors Affecting the Duration of Foster Care
362(2)
Siblings in Foster Care
364(1)
Summary
365(1)
References
365(2)
Chapter 12 Alternatives for Child Care and Early Education
367(29)
Need for Early Care and Education
367(1)
Selecting Alternative Care
368(1)
Types of Early Care and Education
369(5)
Caregiver in the Home
369(1)
Family Child-Care Homes
369(4)
Center-Based Care and Education
373(1)
Infant Care
374(3)
School-Age Children in Self Care
377(6)
Readiness for Self Care
378(1)
Effects of Self Care
379(2)
Families of Children in Self Care
381(1)
Support for Children in Self Care
382(1)
After-School Programs
382(1)
Quality Early Care and Education
383(3)
Help for Parents
386(1)
Effects of Early Care and Education
386(3)
Effects on Cognitive Development
387(1)
Effects on Emotional Development
388(1)
Effects on Social Development
388(1)
Parental Satisfaction with Child Care
389(1)
In the Future
390(1)
Research Needs
390(1)
Other Preschool Programs
391(1)
Drop-In Child-Care Centers
391(1)
Parent Cooperatives and Play Groups
392(1)
Head Start
392(1)
Summary
392(1)
References
393(3)
Author Index396(5)
Subject Index401

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