Bringing the mother’s struggle to protect their adolescents in socially vulnerable areas

  • Carvalho M
  • D’Souza-Li L
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Abstract: Objective: To analyze the dynamics in the relationship between mothers and adolescents living in an area of social vulnerability. Methods: We conducted 3 focus groups in socio-economic poor area. Results: Based on the analysis of the focus groups, we traced five secondary categories. The central phenomenon was Struggling to protect their adolescents. Conclusion: The lack of fulfillment of the basic physiological needs, and the worries with their adolescent children impacted the mothers’ well-being.Resumo: Objetivo: Analisar a dinâmica na relação de mães e adolescentes que vivem em uma área de vulnerabilidade social. Métodos: Conduzimos 3 grupos focais em uma área socioeconômica pobre. Resultados: Com base na análise dos grupos focais, traçamos cinco categorias secundárias. O fenômeno central foi “Lutando para proteger seus adolescentes”. Conclusão: A insatisfação das necessidades fisiológicas básicas e as preocupações com os filhos adolescentes impactaram o bem-estar das mães.

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Carvalho, M. C. R. de, & D’Souza-Li, L. (2023). Bringing the mother’s struggle to protect their adolescents in socially vulnerable areas. Serviço Social & Sociedade, 146(2). https://doi.org/10.1590/0101-6628.348

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