A sociological exploration of single parenthood - causes and consequences in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State Department: Sociology By: urangabbey Project ID: 7669 Rating: (5.0) votes: 1Rate this project12345 Price:₦5000 Get the Complete MaterialAbstractThis study aimed to investigate the effects of single-parenthood on families in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The research focused on the factors that lead to single-parenthood, the impacts on both the single parent and the children in the household and the measures that can be adopted to tackle the issues. The study the economic strain theory to explain the causes and consequences of single-parenting in Yenagoa. The study used a cross-sectional survey design and a mixed-methods approach was used, including surveys and interviews with single parents and their children in Yenagoa. The population of the study includes 353,344 males and females in Yenagoa and the sample size of 187 was determined using the Taro Yamane formula. The findings suggest that single-parenthood can lead to increased stress and financial strain on the caregiver, as well as emotional and behavioural issues for the children. The lack of support networks and resources in the community further exacerbates these challenges. Recommendations for policy-makers and social service providers are discussed to better support single-parent families in this region....Preview Download Preview +Other Sociology project topics and materials you might be interested in»Knowledge and attitude of undergraduate students towards homosexuality and its implication on social adjustment (A study of Caritas university, Amorji-Nike, Emene, Enugu state) »Assessing factors responsible for community self-help projects and rural development – a study of selected communities in Ado-Odo/Ota local government area»Unemployment and involvement in crime in urban communities»A sociological snalysis of the media and crime control in Abuja Municipality FCT»Comparative study of socio-economic background of parents towards their children in relation to academic performance»The impact of social distancing and frequent handwashing in reducing the spread of coronavirus disease (covid-19) in Nigeria»Socio-cultural effect of herders attack on farmers productivity in Akure north Lga, Ondo state»Effects of malnutrition among children of lower socioeconomic status of age 0-5 years»The impact of child trafficking on women in Nigeria»Causes and impact of indiscipline among secondary school students»Youth unemployment and insecurity - case study of Rivers State»Radio Biafra and civil war of 1967-1970: lessons for the contemporary media industry in south-south region»Impact of orphanage home on the child’s personality development»Female gender discrimination in work place among civil service workers in Enugu state local government area of Enugu state»Social media effect on youth perception of police