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Lindsey, Elizabeth W.; Kurtz, P. David; Jarvis, Sara; Williams, Nancy; Nackerud, Larry

doi:10.1023/a:1007558323191

Cited by 105 publications

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“…Our study seems to corroborate that not only a single protective factor is critical but that the accumulation of protective factors is important in preserving quality of life (Bonanno, Westphal, & Mancini, 2011;Werner & Smith, 1992). This is in agreement with the theories of resilience that suggest that resilient people have certain strengths, skills and abilities to benefit from various protective factors that help them to overcome adverse life situations (Bender, Thompson, McManus, Lantry, & Flynn, 2007;Lindsey et al, 2000;Thompson et al, 2016;Zolkoski & Bullock, 2012). Resilience can be understood as a dynamic process which can be developed at any point in the life-cycle (Werner & Smith, 1992).…”

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confidence: 84%

“…The accumulation of protective factors contributes to resilience, which has been described as the ability to successfully cope with risk factors or stressors, to adapt to a changing environment, and to adequately mobilise personal and social resources to buffer against adverse health outcomes (Rew & Horner, 2003). Protective factors such as, personal strengths and resources, social support, self-esteem, optimism, overall health and adaptive coping were indicated as essential factors for well-being in HYA populations (Kidd & Shahar, 2008;Lightfoot, Stein, Tevendale, & Preston, 2011;Lindsey, Kurtz, Jarvis, Williams, & Nackerud, 2000;Milburn et al, 2009;Thompson et al, 2016).…”

Section: Protective Factorsmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Subgroups of Dutch homeless young adults based on risk- and protective factors for quality of life: Results of a latent class analysis

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Beijersbergen

Vermunt

2018

Health Soc Care Community

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It is important to gain more insight into specific subgroups of homeless young adults (HYA) to enable the development of tailored interventions that adequately meet their diverse needs and to improve their quality of life. Within a heterogeneous sample of HYA, we investigated whether subgroups are distinguishable based on risk- and protective factors for quality of life. In addition, differences between subgroups were examined regarding the socio-demographic characteristics, the use of cognitive coping strategies and quality of life. A total of 393 HYA using shelter facilities in the Netherlands were approached to participate, between December 2011 and March 2013. Structured face-to-face interviews were administered approximately 2 weeks after shelter admission by trained research assistants. A latent class analysis was conducted to empirically distinguish 251 HYA in subgroups based on common risk factors (former abuse, victimisation, psychological symptoms and substance use) and protective factors (resilience, family and social support and perceived health status). Additional analysis of variance and chi-square tests were used to compare subgroups on socio-demographic characteristics, the use of cognitive coping strategies and quality of life. The latent class analysis yielded four highly interpretable subgroups: the at-risk subgroup, the high-risk and least protected subgroup, the low-risk subgroup and the higher functioning and protected subgroup. Subgroups of HYA with lower scores in risk factors showed higher scores in protective factors, the adaptive cognitive coping strategies and quality of life. Our findings confirm the need for targeted and tailored interventions for specific subgroups of HYA. Social workers need to be attentive to the pattern of risk- and protective factors in each individual to determine which risk factors are prominent and need to be targeted and which protective factors need to be enhanced to improve the quality of life of HYA.

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confidence: 99%

Subgroups of Dutch homeless young adults based on risk- and protective factors for quality of life: Results of a latent class analysis

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Vermunt

2018

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“…Social service agencies are locations where homeless adolescents can interact with agency staff who can play key roles as supportive adult mentors (De Winter and Noom 2000; Karabanow and Rains 1997; Lindsey et al 2000; McGarth & Pistrang 2007; Thompson et al 2006). There is a large body of research that has consistently demonstrated the healthy impact of having a positive adult in the life of high-risk adolescents (Beam et al 2002; Grossman and Rhodes 2002; Hamilton and Darling 1996; Hirsch et al 2002; Rhodes et al 2000).…”

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confidence: 99%

Social Networking Technology, Social Network Composition, and Reductions in Substance Use Among Homeless Adolescents

2010

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Peer-based prevention programs for homeless youth are complicated by the potential for reinforcing high-risk behaviors among participants. The goal of this study is to understand how homeless youth could be linked to positive peers in prevention programming by understanding where in social and physical space positive peers for homeless youth are located, how these ties are associated with substance use, and the role of social networking technologies (e.g., internet and cell phones) in this process. Personal social network data were collected from 136 homeless adolescents in Los Angeles, CA. Respondents reported on composition of their social networks with respect to: home-based peers and parents (accessed via social networking technology; e.g., the internet, cell phone, texting), homeless peers and agency staff (accessed face-to-face) and whether or not network members were substance-using or non-substance-using. Associations between respondent’s lifetime cocaine, heroin, and methamphetamine use and recent (previous 30 days) alcohol and marijuana use were assessed by the number of non-substance-using versus substance-using ties in multivariate linear regression models. 43% of adolescents reported a non-substance-using home-based tie. More of these ties were associated with less recent alcohol use. 62% of adolescents reported a substance-using homeless tie. More of these ties were associated with more recent marijuana use as well as more lifetime heroin and methamphetamine use. For homeless youth, who are physically disconnected from positive peers, social networking technologies can be used to facilitate the sorts of positive social ties that effective peer-based prevention programs require.

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“…In particular, characteristics of personal strength and resilience, which have been found to be associated with well-being, have also been cited by homeless youth as being important to their survival on the streets. Some of these potential protective factors include goal orientation (Kidd & Shahar, 2008;Usborne et al, 2009), spirituality 785 (Bender et al, 2007;Kidd, 2003), and nonconformity (Bender et al, 2007;Kidd, 2003;Lindsay, Kurtz, Jarvis, Williams, & Nackerud, 2000). Longitudinal research is also needed to examine causal relationships among the factors examined in this study as well as other factors not included in the current research.…”

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Intrapersonal and social–contextual factors related to psychological well‐being among youth experiencing homelessness

Stewart

Townley

2019

Journal Community Psychology

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Homeless youth are adolescents and young adults who do not have stable dwellings but instead live on the streets, in shelters, or in other unstable situations. Although researchers have begun examining well‐being among this population, little is known about components of well‐being that are relevant to homeless youth or which factors predict differences in well‐being. This study examined psychological well‐being and its associations with demographic characteristics, intrapersonal factors (mental health, optimism, and self‐esteem), and social–contextual factors (social support, sense of community, and empowerment) among 100 youth experiencing homelessness. All of the intrapersonal and social–contextual variables were associated with well‐being at the bivariate level. In the full regression model, only self‐esteem and psychological distress remained significant. Findings inform future research and program development at homeless service centers.

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Cited by 105 publications

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Subgroups of Dutch homeless young adults based on risk- and protective factors for quality of life: Results of a latent class analysis

Subgroups of Dutch homeless young adults based on risk- and protective factors for quality of life: Results of a latent class analysis

Social Networking Technology, Social Network Composition, and Reductions in Substance Use Among Homeless Adolescents

Intrapersonal and social–contextual factors related to psychological well‐being among youth experiencing homelessness

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