CARE LEAVERS’ PERSPECTIVES ON THE FAMILY IN THE TRANSITION FROM OUT-OF-HOME CARE TO INDEPENDENT LIVING

Findings from youth research have shown that, due to the development of the transitional phase of “emerging adulthood”, the family has become increasingly significant for young adults as a source of support and as a safety net. In contrast, care leavers are confronted with a relatively abrupt trans...

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Main Authors: Stephan Sting, Maria Groinig
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: University of Victoria 2020-12-01
Series:International Journal of Child, Youth & Family Studies
Online Access:https://journals.uvic.ca/index.php/ijcyfs/article/view/19992