Assistant Professor of Social Work Stockton University - Galloway, NJ
Few studies have explored how early childhood family dysfunction influences college degree completion. Using the Future of Families and Child Wellbeing data (N=4898), regression analyses revealed that family dysfunction at age three significantly predicts lower educational attainment at 22. Protective factor include school connection at age 15.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this session, attendees should be able to:
Upon completion, participants will be able to explain how parental mental illness, paternal incarceration, and other family dysfunctions significantly impact college attainment in young adulthood.
Upon completion, participants will be able to explain how factors such as maternal closeness and school connectedness at age 15 serve as critical buffers against early adversities, increasing the likelihood of college enrollment.
Upon completion, participants will be able to propose school-based and family support interventions to mitigate the negative effects of early childhood adversity and promote higher educational attainment among marginalized youth.
