期刊名称：International Journal of Adolescence and Youth
印刷版ISSN：0267-3843
电子版ISSN：2164-4527
出版年度：2010
卷号：16
期号：1
页码：21-46
DOI：10.1080/02673843.2010.9748044
出版社：Taylor and Francis Ltd
摘要：The article is based on research conducted with a group of young fathers (n=43) who participated in interviews and focus groups centred on their experiences as young fathers. Specific discussion topics included the changes fatherhood brought about in their lives, their relationships with the child's mother, the obstacles they faced in assuming their parental role and the support they received. Qualitative analysis of the results shows that most young fathers want to become involved with their child and are willing to make significant changes in their lives in order to fulfill their role (e.g., becoming more responsible, finding a job and reducing substance use). The arrival of a child appeared to have an impact on two central dimensions that make up an individual: work transition and social integration. Results concerning these two dimensions are presented with reference to Castel's (1994) framework.
