Young people's experience of social support during the process of leaving care: A review of the literature

Dominic Hiles, Duncan Moss, John Wright and Rudi Dallos

Children and Youth Services Review, 2013, vol. 35, issue 12, 2059-2071

Abstract: This review gathers together and synthesises research relating to young people's experiences of social support during their transition from state care. A systematic approach was used to identify relevant studies published since 2001 and forty-seven were found which met the inclusion criteria. Relevant key themes were identified and consolidated under five overall thematic headings: The influence of past experiences on social support in the present, Supportive relationships during the transition from care, Relationships with birth families, The crucial role of practical support and The lived experience of leaving care. The results were considered using a number of interconnected psychological theories, and implications for policy, practice and future research are discussed with particular reference to the UK policy context.

Keywords: Care leaver; Leaving care; Foster care; Social support; Support network; Social network (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2013
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DOI: 10.1016/j.childyouth.2013.10.008

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