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Peer reviewedWilson, Melvin N. – American Psychologist, 1989
Discusses factors that influence the formation of the Black extended family and the direct and indirect effects of the extended family on child and family development. Single mothers who are active participants in an extended family setting have a greater opportunity for self-improvement, work, and peer contact than do other mothers. (Author/BJV)
Descriptors: Black Family, Black Mothers, Child Development, Child Psychology
