Citation

Schwartz AE, McRoy RG, Downs AC. J. Adolesc. Res. 2004; 19(1): 85-112.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2004, SAGE Publishing)

DOI

10.1177/0743558403258123

PMID

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Abstract

Most of the research literature on attachment and adolescent transitions has addressed youth in family settings. This article explores these issues with a sample of 25 pregnant and parenting teens living in a transitional shelter. Using case records and interviewdata as well as results of standardized measures of depression, self-esteem, child abuse potential, and emotional autonomy, insights on relationships between adolescent mothers and their parents, romantic partners, staff, and children are explored, and implications are provided for agencies serving this population.