Motivations and Family Functioning of Foster Families in Italy

María, Laura; Rania, Nadia; Cardinali, Paola; Guiducci, Valentina; Cavanna, Donatella

doi:10.1080/01488376.2018.1477695

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“…The aims of the current study were twofold: (1) to assess the validity and reliability of the Reasons for Fostering Inventory adapted for a community sample; and (2) to test the role of family resources and the different reasons as associated with willingness and behavioral intention to foster. Research on the factors that motivate community samples to become foster families is sparse (e.g., Ciarrochi et al, 2012;Contreras & Muñoz, 2016), with the vast majority of studies focusing on the reasons identified by licensed or prospective foster families (Howell-Moroney, 2014;López & Del Valle, 2016;Maeyer et al, 2014;Metcalfe & Sanders, 2012;Migliorini et al, 2018;Rhodes et al, 2006).…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Foster families identify different reasons for fostering, with most families highlighting altruistic motivations (e.g., desire to care for children), available personal and family resources (e.g., having adequate financial resources), and social responsibility beliefs (Doyle & Melville, 2013;Gouveia et al, 2021;López & Del Valle, 2016;Howell-Moroney, 2014;Metcalfe & Sanders, 2012;Migliorini et al, 2018). Self or familycentered reasons are also recognized by foster families, albeit to a lesser extent, which includes the desire for family expansion (Maeyer et al, 2014) or new experience and family enrichment (Migliorini et al, 2018). Taking all of these different reasons into account, altruistic motivations (e.g., caring for children at risk; the motivation to protect children) are associated with a greater likelihood of foster parent retention (Rodger et al, 2006).…”

Section: Reasons For Fostering: Evidence From Foster Families and Com...mentioning

confidence: 99%

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Reasons, willingness, and intention to be a foster family: A community-sample study

Magalhães

Costa²,

Pinto³

et al. 2022

Children and Youth Services Review

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Section: Reasons For Fostering: Evidence From Foster Families and Com...mentioning

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Reasons, willingness, and intention to be a foster family: A community-sample study

Magalhães

Costa²,

Pinto³

et al. 2022

Children and Youth Services Review

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“…Finally, it should be noted that fostering can last up to 24 months, but it is possible to extend it for a further 24 months. Thereafter, the minor may maintain ties and contacts with the foster family, however the relationship between them is automatically terminated (Migliorini et al, 2018).…”

Section: Implementation Of Fostering Institution In Other European Co...mentioning

confidence: 99%

Benefits, Risk Factors and Cognitive Insights for Improving the Well-being of Minors in Greek Foster Care.

Farmakopoulou,

Baltsioti

2024

Technium Education and Humanities

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This research paper presents a holistic analysis of the foster care system in Greece, exploring its historical evolution, legal nuances, practical concerns, and the recent legislative reforms aimed at improving the well-being of minors in foster care. The study examines various types of foster care arrangements—kinship, non-relative, and professional fostering—highlighting their impact on the psychological, social, and cognitive development of children. It underscores the crucial role of foster families and social workers in providing a conducive family environment, while also cataloging the potential drawbacks of the system, including professional intervention challenges, emotional and social strain on the children, and gaps in the fostering infrastructure. By comparing the Greek fostering institution with systems in France, Germany, Denmark, Italy, and Ireland, the paper identifies unique challenges and best practices, contributing to an understanding of international foster care dynamics. The research also delves into the intricacies of adoption versus fostering, detailing the emotional and legal commitments involved. Furthermore, the paper integrates insights from related studies on trauma, mental health, and educational neuroscience, providing a multidisciplinary perspective on the needs of foster children. It illustrates the promising strides made by initiatives like the Child Guarantee program to fight poverty and exclusion, emphasizing the need for targeted policies and legislative action. Toward its conclusion, the research accentuates the call for ongoing interdisciplinary studies, policy refinements, and improved professional training within Greek child welfare systems. It presents a compelling case for robust, trauma-informed care frameworks and legislation designed to secure the best outcomes for vulnerable children in foster care.

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“…This strategy includes, among other things, interventions concerning children of pre-school and early school age (Fundamental Rights Agency of the European Union and Council of Europe, 2015). Moving on to the Council of Europe, on the other hand, it has a rich legislative work on the protection and promotion of human rights, both for adults and minors (Migliorini et al, 2018;Nuget, 2012).…”

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The Contemporary Foster Care Legislative Framework in Greece: A Review of its Assets and Weaknesses

Farmakopoulou,

Baltsioti

2024

TSSJ

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This review comprehensively analyzes the contemporary Greek legislative foster care system according to N4538/2018, exploring all the relevant international agreements such as the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and the European Union's Charter of Fundamental Rights, that influenced its enactment. It highlights the rights and protection afforded to children in foster care, detailing provisions from the Hague Convention on the Rights of the Child and European legislation. It explores thoroughly the recent legislative reforms in Greece, including the establishment of the National Council for Foster Care and Adoption. It emphasizes the development and adherence to National and Special Registers for minors in the modern Child Protection System, as well as the implementation of Individual Family Rehabilitation Plans. It reveals that the recent legislation framework has many advantages but also a few weaknesses that could be amended. The legal procedures and criteria for placing minors in fostering in Greece, and the required criteria to ensure that foster parents meet the necessary guidelines to protect the best interests of children are discussed. This paper also examines the legal and procedural steps required to link children to foster families, the arrangements for supervision of foster parents and the consequences of fostering in cases of non-compliance. It is also proven that social workers play a key role in all stages and procedures of the application of the institution of foster care since they have taken up the main responsibilities for its implementation, prior, during and after the children are placed in foster parents. The article concludes that there is an imperative need for informed policies and practices that will ensure the adequate care and protection of minors in the foster system, recommending a synergy of legal, institutional, and educational strategies to optimize the welfare of foster children and support foster parents.

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Motivations and Family Functioning of Foster Families in Italy

Cited by 10 publications

References 39 publications

Reasons, willingness, and intention to be a foster family: A community-sample study

Reasons, willingness, and intention to be a foster family: A community-sample study

Benefits, Risk Factors and Cognitive Insights for Improving the Well-being of Minors in Greek Foster Care.

The Contemporary Foster Care Legislative Framework in Greece: A Review of its Assets and Weaknesses

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