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ERIC Number: ED386635
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 1994
Pages: 100
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Every Child Deserves Two Parents: Establishing Paternity for Children of Single Teenage Mothers.
Wise, Janet M.
Single teenage parents and expectant parents in four community-based programs were provided with information about establishing the paternity of their children. The information presented included the benefits, obligations and consequences of paternity establishment for the mother, father, child and society. The goal was to educate single teenagers about paternity establishment and to enable them to make informed decisions. An additional goal was to increase paternity establishment rates for children of single teenage parents served through the project. Educational presentations included individual and group discussions and classroom presentations supplemented with easy-to-read booklets and a video presentation. Those interested in following through with paternity establishment were provided with practical assistance in completing forms, obtaining notary public services and filing appropriate documents with the Clerk of the Superior Court. Professionals interacting with single teenage parents were also educated about paternity issues and provided with information and resources. Goals for the establishment of paternity were met. Goals for educating single teenage parents were not met due to the high number of participants who did not complete the Project Assessment. Although educational efforts with teenagers and professionals were generally successful, paternity establishment is a complex issue and many more questions were raised than answered. (Contains 75 references. Seven appendices provide the survey instrument, evaluation and consent forms, list of materials, and a presentation outline.) (Author)
Publication Type: Dissertations/Theses - Practicum Papers; Tests/Questionnaires
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Language: English
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