Date of Graduation
2015
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Type
MA
College
College of Education and Human Services
Department
Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling & Counseling Psychology
Committee Chair
Jessica Troilo
Committee Co-Chair
Amy Root
Committee Member
Audra Slocum
Abstract
Father involvement in parenting can have a positive influence on both children and mothers. During times of economic stress it may also add to the resources available and make a positive contribution to mothers parenting practices. In this study it was considered how father involvement may influence mother's perceptions of parenting. Specifically, this study looks at father involvement in an Appalachian sample. Five participants completed questionnaires which answered questions about mothers' present perceptions of parenting and father involvement. No significant associations were found between father involvement and mother's perceptions of parenting. Limitations include small sample size and a lack of diversity in the sample. Possibilities for future research include cultural inclusion and qualitative questionnaires as well. Limitations and additional possibilities for future research are discussed in greater detail within the study.
Recommended Citation
Amick, Kalynn B., "Father Involvements Influence on Mother's Perceptions of Parenting in an Appalachian Sample" (2015). Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports. 5095.
https://researchrepository.wvu.edu/etd/5095