Child behaviors as a moderator: Examining the relationship between foster parent supports,satisfaction, and intent to continue fostering |
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| Institution: | 1. School of Social Work, University of Tennessee, Henson Hall, Knoxville, TN 37996, United States;2. Department of Social Work, East Tennessee State University, 203 Lyle House, Johnson City, TN 37614, United States;3. Faculty of Education, Western University, 1137 Western Road, London N6G 1G7, Canada;1. Research institute of Child Development and Education, Faculty of Social and Behavioral Sciences, University of Amsterdam, P. O. Box 15780, 1001 NG Amsterdam, The Netherlands;2. HSConsult, Leidsestraatweg 133, 3443 BT Woerden, The Netherlands;1. University of Maryland School of Social Work, 525 West Redwood Street, Baltimore, MD 21201, United States;2. Ruth H. Young Center for Families and Children, University of Maryland, School of Social Work, 525 W. Redwood Street, Baltimore, MD 21201, United States;3. Maryland Department of Human Resources, Social Services Administration, 311 West Saratoga Street, Baltimore, MD 21201-3521, United States;1. Department of Social Work, East Tennessee State University, 203 Lyle House, Johnson City, TN 37614, United States;2. School of Social Work, University of Tennessee, Henson Hall, Knoxville, TN 37996, United States |
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| Abstract: | Foster parents need access to supports and resources in order to be satisfied with their caregiving role and continue providing foster care services. However, they often experience multiple demands in their role as a substitute caregiver that could lead to stress. Child behaviors especially may be a significant factor when considering sources of strain and may be a potential risk factor for negative outcomes such as dissatisfaction or the decision to discontinue providing foster care. The purpose of this study was to examine whether child disruptive behaviors moderated or influenced the nature or strength of the relationship between foster parent supports and satisfaction as a caregiver as well as intent to continue fostering. The sample consisted of 155 licensed foster caregivers from across the United States. Child behaviors served as a significant moderator between some types of supports and satisfaction. Implications for future research, practice, and policy are discussed. |
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| Keywords: | Foster parent Foster caregiver Child behaviors Internalizing and externalizing Foster care Child welfare |
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