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Parents’ experiences of their teenage children’s parenthood: An interview study

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  • Atcharawadee Sriyasak
  • Anna‐Lena Almqvist
  • Chaweewan Sridawruang
  • Elisabet Häggström‐Nordin

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In this study, we described and analyzed parents’ experiences of teenage parenthood and the provision of support to their teenage children who had recently have become parents. A qualitative method was used. In‐depth interviews with 24 participants were conducted, all parents of teenage parents. Data were analyzed using content analysis; four themes and 11 subthemes were identified. The results show that parents’ norms and values were strongly influenced by their religious beliefs. The participants had mixed emotions and reactions to their teenage children’s parenthood. Also participants were sources of support to the teenage parents and assisted them in their transition to parenthood. However, the participants also expressed the importance that their teenage children continue their education and avoid repeated pregnancies. This study highlights how emotional, instrumental, and informational support provided by parents to their teenagers can assist the latter in their transition to parenthood. In their work with teenage parents, healthcare providers can benefit from teenage parent's own parents involvement and experiences.

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  • Atcharawadee Sriyasak & Anna‐Lena Almqvist & Chaweewan Sridawruang & Elisabet Häggström‐Nordin, 2018. "Parents’ experiences of their teenage children’s parenthood: An interview study," Nursing & Health Sciences, John Wiley & Sons, vol. 20(1), pages 39-45, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:wly:nuhsci:v:20:y:2018:i:1:p:39-45
    DOI: 10.1111/nhs.12378
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