The experiential world of adolescent learners with homosexual parents
Authors
Annandale, Gertruida Cornelia
Issue Date
2008-11
Type
Language
en
Keywords
Homosexual , Adolescents , Gay , Lesbian , Case studies , Personality , Interview
Alternative Title
Abstract
This study examined the experiential world of adolescents in the middle and late phases of adolescent development with homosexual parents. A comprehensive literature review was conducted to explore homosexual parenting and societal reactions to this phenomenon. Thereafter, Bronfenbrenner’s bio-ecological systems theory of child development was highlighted followed by a synopsis comprising different dimensions of the development of adolescents in the middle and late phases of adolescent development. The empirical investigation was carried out through qualitative research methodology. In-depth case studies selected by purposeful sampling were carried out with three adolescents, each of whom had a homosexual father. Although the qualitative data is not generalisable, the findings of the case studies revealed similarities in the life worlds of the adolescents. The participants were affected by the discovery of their father’s homosexuality, but they chose to accept their father’s sexual orientation and sought a relationship with him. Finally, recommendations for practice were made.
Description
Dissertation
Citation
Annandale, Gertruida Cornelia (2008) The experiential world of adolescent learners with homosexual parents, University of South Africa, Pretoria, <http://hdl.handle.net/10500/2602>