Hmong parents' perceptions of their youths' delinquency
Author(s):
Lor, Noah Pou; Chu, Mayling Maria
Format:
Journal article
Citation:
Journal Of Social Work Research And Evaluation, Volume 3, Issue 1 (2002). pp. 47-60.
Language:
English
Abstract:
This study explores the possible correlation between the Hmong parent-child relationship and delinquency. Strain theory and social control theory were integrated as the theoretical framework to examine Hmong delinquency. Twelve Hmong parents who resided in a rural county in Central California participated in this study. Six of them had delinquent youths and the other six parents had non-delinquent teens. The research results supported both theories. Hmong parents who interacted less frequently with their children had a higher incidence of their children's becoming delinquents, and vice versa. These parents' views provided insightful suggestions for future research and programs for Hmong parents. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2016 APA, all rights reserved) (Source: journal abstract)