Family structure, socioeconomic status, and mental health in childhood.

ABSTRACT: The changing landscape of family structures over the last decades has led to a growing need to investigate its impact on children's well-being. This study examined differences in mental health among children from different family compositions and how these differences may be affected by familial socioeconomic status (SES). Data were collected within the LIFE Child study. Participants included 2828 children aged 3-17 years raised in traditional families, stepfamilies, or single-parent families. Mental health was measured using the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ (behavioral strengths and difficulties)) and the KIDSCREEN-27 questionnaire (quality of life). Linear regression analyses were applied to examine associations between family structure, SES, and mental health outcomes.

SUBMITTER: Gruning Parache L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11255005 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature