Date of Award
5-1-2009
Degree Type
Thesis
University or Center
Clark Atlanta University(CAU)
School
School of Social Work
Degree Name
M.S.W.
Department
Social Work Policy Planning and Administration
First Advisor
Dr. Robert W. Waymer
Abstract
This study describes the relationship between family structure, socio-economic status, and self-esteem among African American college students. There is evidence that supports the existence of a positive relationship between socio-economic status and parental involvement. The most common measures of socio-economic status, parental education, and family income have shown to be strong predictors of children’s educational success. The study suggests that there is no statistically significant relationship between the family structures and self-esteem among African American students. Furthermore, this study also reveals that there is not a statistical relationship between the family structure and self-esteem of African American college students.
Recommended Citation
Pinkston, Shannah C., "A study of the relationship between family structure, socio-economic status, and self-esteem
among African American college students" (2009). ETD Collection for Robert W. Woodruff Library, Atlanta University Center. Paper 73.
http://digitalcommons.auctr.edu/dissertations/73