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Brigham Young University
This study expands on previous research that explored academic and behavioral outcomes of adolescents in single-mother and single-father families. It focuses on children who are just embarking on their educational experiences. By identifying whether the processes and difficulties in these two kinds of families actually differ, the lives of the children in these families can be improved. Specifically, if different ways in which single-mother and single-father families function can be identified, the problems that exist in today's families can be prevented from arising in the future.
The study will use the Early Childhood Longitudinal Study to address specific questions. The first-year assessments, which gather data from children, their parents, their teachers and their school administrators will be used. The outcome variables will focus on three areas; acquisition of academic skills, developmental issues, and behavioral problems.