Exploring self-care practices in foster carers: a qualitative study
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| Article Title | Exploring self-care practices in foster carers: a qualitative study |
|---|---|
| ERA Journal ID | 124672 |
| Article Category | Article |
| Authors | Miko, Amy L. (Author), Berger, Emily (Author) and Krishnamoorthy, Govind (Author) |
| Journal Title | Journal of Public Child Welfare |
| Journal Citation | 17 (2), pp. 333-355 |
| Number of Pages | 23 |
| Year | 2023 |
| Place of Publication | United States |
| ISSN | 1554-8732 |
| 1554-8740 | |
| Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.1080/15548732.2022.2027844 |
| Web Address (URL) | https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/15548732.2022.2027844 |
| Abstract | This study aimed to explore how foster carers conceptualize and engage in self-care using interviews with 8 participants. Results suggest that self-care practices are an important component of maintaining the physical and mental health of foster carers, preventing burn-out and enhancing therapeutic parenting practices. Several barriers to self-care are identified, including systemic barriers as well a foster carers’ own feelings of guilt for prioritizing their own needs. Results indicate that self-care requires a collaborative approach between foster carers and the broader child welfare system. Improved self-care specific training, resources and coaching from agencies were also identified as important outcomes. |
| Keywords | foster care; Self-care; retention; qualitative; out ofhome care |
| Contains Sensitive Content | Does not contain sensitive content |
| ANZSRC Field of Research 2020 | 420313. Mental health services |
| Public Notes | Files associated with this item cannot be displayed due to copyright restrictions. |
| Byline Affiliations | Monash University |
| School of Psychology and Counselling | |
| Institution of Origin | University of Southern Queensland |
https://research.usq.edu.au/item/q712z/exploring-self-care-practices-in-foster-carers-a-qualitative-study
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