A Grounded Theory Study of the Re-Entry Process of Teen Parents' Return to School After Dropping Out

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dc.contributor.advisorDuffey, Thelma
dc.contributor.authorMelton, Brenda Lee
dc.contributor.committeeMemberKarcher, Michael L.
dc.contributor.committeeMemberHaberstroh, Shane
dc.contributor.committeeMemberTrepal, Heather
dc.date.accessioned2024-02-02T21:37:50Z
dc.date.available2024-02-02T21:37:50Z
dc.date.issued2013
dc.descriptionThe author has granted permission for their work to be available to the general public.
dc.description.abstractWithout the rich stories of the experiences of teen parents who drop out of school and then re-enter, we do not have a total picture of the dropout phenomenon and how best to address the issues for this marginalized group. Using the research strategies of Charmaz' social constructivist grounded theory, Melton has gathered detailed stories about overcoming obstacles, connecting with others, and finding resources to complete their high school education. The pivotal role of school counselors as advocates becomes even more imperative to support teen parents in completing their education. Hopefully, this research has added depth to the understanding of what works, what is needed, and what interventions are most effective with teen parents. By using the Relational-Cultural Theoretical lens, Melton has developed the Model of Relational Resilience and Marginalization of Teen Parents who Re-enter High School after Dropping Out to better understand of the experiences of teen parents by defining their needs, exploring their resiliency, and highlighting the importance of protective factors and relationships in returning students to school.
dc.description.departmentCounseling
dc.format.extent232 pages
dc.format.mimetypeapplication/pdf
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12588/2812
dc.languageen
dc.subjectDropout
dc.subjectRelational Cultural Theory
dc.subjectResilience
dc.subjectSchool counselor
dc.subjectTeen parents
dc.subjectTeen pregnancy
dc.subject.classificationSchool counseling
dc.subject.classificationEducation
dc.titleA Grounded Theory Study of the Re-Entry Process of Teen Parents' Return to School After Dropping Out
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thesis.degree.departmentCounseling
thesis.degree.grantorUniversity of Texas at San Antonio
thesis.degree.levelDoctoral
thesis.degree.nameDoctor of Philosophy

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