Interethnic parenting experiences in raising mixed-ethnicity children: A systematic qualitative review

Kil, Hali; Taing, Jennifer; Mageau, Geneviève A.

doi:10.1016/j.ijintrel.2021.08.013

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“…That the majority of IE parents reported relatively stable, high levels of coparenting quality points to the need to step away from pathologizing of IE status couples and parents. Despite stereotyped assumptions that IE parents may experience greater and more variable interparental hardship compared to SE parents, as found in Study 1 and in other literature (e.g., Caballero et al, 2008), the present studies demonstrate that diverse IE parents experience relatively high coparenting quality across time, echoing emerging perspectives that IE parents experience both strengths and challenges throughout parenthood (Kil, Taing, & Mageau, 2021). Indeed, the stable, high levels of coparenting quality reported by many IE parents in this work may indicate that most IE parents successfully navigate the interparental and societal challenges that have been theorized to place IE unions at elevated risk of dissolution (Roy et al, 2020).…”

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“…Although an explanation for these differences is not immediately apparent, one possibility that would echo Study 1 findings is that White fathers in IE unions may more willingly acknowledge and accept the primary childrearing role of mothers who are non-White. Indeed, a recent review posited that White fathers in IE unions who perceive that they lack a cultural identity may cede to and support ethnic minority coparent mothers in their childrearing and cultural socialization of their multiethnic children (Kil, Taing, & Mageau, 2021). However, that Asian, Black, and Hispanic mothers of IE unions, some of whose coparent fathers were White, reported reversed and decreasing patterns in coparenting quality suggests that mothers may not experience the level of support and harmony in their coparenting as do White fathers.…”

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“…More specifically, Study 2 identified that a small proportion of mothers and fathers in IE unions fell into two coparenting profiles that increased then stabilized across time or decreased then stabilized across time. Echoing the ICLT model and as identified in a review by Kil, Taing, and Mageau (2021), IE parents whose coparenting quality increases then stabilizes across time may represent couples who experience difficulties negotiating the transition to parenthood then successfully resolve these challenges such that coparenting harmony can be established. Indeed, the transition to parenthood is a difficult adjustment period for most parents (Belsky & Pensky, 1988; Lawrence et al, 2008), with IE unions facing potentially reignited cultural differences, this time regarding parenting expectations, beliefs, and values (Roy et al, 2020).…”

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Trajectories of coparenting quality across ethnically diverse and interethnic parents

Kil

Robichaud

Mageau

2022

Journal of Social and Personal Relationships

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The Interracial Couples’ Life Transitions (ICLT) model proposes that: i) interethnic parents experience more coparenting difficulties upon the birth of a child compared to same-ethnicity parents; and ii) there exists heterogeneity in interethnic parents’ coparenting quality, thus the coparenting experience cannot be generalized across all interethnic unions. In the present work, we examined these two propositions using a large-scale database of elevated risk, fragile families. In Study 1, we compared the longitudinal trajectories of coparenting in interethnic parents ( n = 574 mother-father unions) and their matched same-ethnicity counterparts ( n = 574 each mothers and fathers) and found that interethnic parents of Asian, Black, Hispanic, and White backgrounds consistently experienced lower and decreasing trajectories of coparenting compared to their counterparts across the first 9 years of a child’s life. In Study 2, we examined heterogeneity in coparenting trajectories for only interethnic mothers and fathers ( n = 1148) and found a three-trajectory profile in which the majority (75.5%) of parents fall into a contented (stable and high) coparenting profile. Our findings confirm and extend on the ICLT model, showing that most interethnic parents experience more coparenting difficulties across time compared to their counterparts, and although there is some heterogeneity in interethnic parents’ coparenting trajectories, most interethnic parents appear to experience stable and content coparenting across time.

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Trajectories of coparenting quality across ethnically diverse and interethnic parents

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2022

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“…Marriages are influenced by cultural backgrounds that shape individuals' beliefs, values, norms, and communication styles. Cultural diversity adds richness and complexity to relationships, but it also introduces unique challenges in navigating communication patterns and achieving marital satisfaction (Kil et al, 2021). Cultural backgrounds encompass ethnicity, religion, nationality, language, socioeconomic status, and acculturation levels, all of which contribute to variations in communication styles within marital dyads.…”

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Communication patterns and marital satisfaction: A review of English language discourse in family counseling

Mary Omoboye,

Nkechi Emmanuella Eneh,

Mwuese Celestina Titor-Addingi

2024

World J. Adv. Res. Rev.

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Effective communication lies at the heart of marital satisfaction, serving as a pivotal determinant in the success or failure of intimate relationships. This review delves into an in-depth review of English language discourse within the realm of family counseling, focusing on the intricate interplay between communication patterns and marital satisfaction. Through a comprehensive analysis of existing literature, this review synthesizes the multifaceted dynamics of communication within marital relationships. It explores the diverse array of communication patterns exhibited by couples, ranging from constructive dialogues characterized by openness, empathy, and active listening, to maladaptive behaviors such as criticism, defensiveness, contempt, and stonewalling. The impact of these communication patterns on marital satisfaction is scrutinized, elucidating how they influence emotional intimacy, conflict resolution, and overall relationship quality. Moreover, this review highlights the role of family counseling as a crucial intervention in addressing communication challenges within marital dyads. By employing evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, emotion-focused therapy, and systemic approaches, counselors aim to facilitate healthy communication patterns and enhance marital satisfaction. The efficacy of various therapeutic strategies in fostering positive relational outcomes is examined, shedding light on the nuances of intervention implementation and client responsiveness. Furthermore, cultural considerations within English language discourse are explored, recognizing the diverse cultural backgrounds and communication styles of couples seeking counseling services. Cultural competence emerges as an essential component in understanding and navigating communication dynamics, ensuring that interventions are tailored to the unique needs and values of diverse clientele. This review underscores the pivotal role of communication patterns in shaping marital satisfaction, underscoring the significance of effective communication skills in fostering resilient and fulfilling relationships. By synthesizing empirical research and clinical insights, this review contributes to a deeper understanding of the complex interplay between communication dynamics and marital well-being, thereby informing future research directions and clinical practice in the field of family counseling.

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“…Failure to establish co‐orientation around racial socialization can cause tensions and disrupt cohesion within the co‐parenting relationship (Kil et al, 2021). This dissolution increases the probability that Multiracial‐Black youth receive contradictory messages about race, complicating the already complex process of racial identity development.…”

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The Multiracial‐Black Socialization Model: Conceptualizing racial socialization in Multiracial‐Black families

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Bryant

2023

Family Process

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Scholars have spent the last four decades expanding the theoretical understanding of parental racial socialization—or parent–child communication about race. What is largely absent from existing conceptualizations, however, is a consideration for how the practice manifests in Multiracial families. The interracial structure of Multiracial families complicates racial socialization in ways that are not being captured in empirical research due to the overreliance on universal frameworks. It is imperative that we close this theoretical gap as the proportion of Multiracial families in the United States is expanding at record rates. Accordingly, we present the Multiracial‐Black Socialization Model (MRB‐SM) in this paper. The MRB‐SM is designed explicitly for Multiracial‐Black families, one of the fastest‐growing sub‐groups of Multiracial families. The model builds upon the strengths of universal socialization theories by outlining the content, process, and context components of racial socialization in Multiracial‐Black families. The implications for research are discussed.

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Interethnic parenting experiences in raising mixed-ethnicity children: A systematic qualitative review

Cited by 11 publications

References 89 publications

Trajectories of coparenting quality across ethnically diverse and interethnic parents

Trajectories of coparenting quality across ethnically diverse and interethnic parents

Communication patterns and marital satisfaction: A review of English language discourse in family counseling

The Multiracial‐Black Socialization Model: Conceptualizing racial socialization in Multiracial‐Black families

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