Examining Social Support Service from the Perspective of Adolescent Mothers
Examining Social Support Service from the Perspective of Adolescent Mothers

Author(s): Binbin Wang
Subject(s): Pedagogy
Published by: Wydawnictwa Uniwersytetu Warszawskiego
Keywords: social work; adolescent mothers; social support; feminist approach
Summary/Abstract: Adolescent motherhood is a global issue which attracts much controversy and misreadings. Based on a case study in Poland, this research revealed the strong influence of socio-cultural context upon social service provision. From the interviews with adolescent mothers and helping professionals, the lack of social support, along with the legal barriers and discrimination from helping professionals and society, are identified as some main issues to be improved. Drawing on the feminist approach, this research calls for a critical review of the dominant discourse on adolescent motherhood. It also suggests that open discussions and actions are needed in addressing adolescent mothers’ needs. The possibility of establishing user-led organizations is also discussed.

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