A Discussion of the Phenomenon of Single-Mother Families in terms of Social Policy History and Modern Realities.
This paper will research the issue of single-mother families from both internal and external perspectives. Research into the internal dynamics of these social units will be situated in context with the function and deficits of such units within society as a while. The research claim to be investigated is that single-mother families are - in economic terms - harmful to both parent and children. In terms of quality of home environment in single-mother households, it will be seen that it is impossible to make general statements in this regard given the large number of variables that may be seen to affect the outcome. 10 pgs. 12 f/c. 10b.