Canadian Journal of Family and Youth (CJFY)
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A Comparative Analysis of Parenting Styles in Turkish and Syrian Cultures
No full textThe present study was conducted in a phenomenological research design to reveal Syrian and Turkish university students’ perceptions regarding their families’ parenting style. A questionnaire including open-ended questions was used to collect the study data, and the data were analyzed implementing the content analysis method. The study findings demonstrated that the perceptions of Syrian students on their families\u27 parenting style were grounded on moral-religious rules and indifferent attitude of their parents. In contrast, the perceptions of Turkish students reflected the oppressive-violent and democratic attitudes. The least-mentioned parenting styles were oppressive-violent attitudes by the Syrian students, while the Turkish students least mentioned about the inconsistent and indifferent parenting styles. One of the noteworthy findings in the study was the Syrian students avoided to use derogative words for their families instead they expressed high gratitude to their families
Book Review of Cook, Sharon A. and Carson, Margaret. (2022). The Castleton Massacre: Survivors’ Stories of the Killins Femicide. Toronto: Dundurn Press.
No full textBook Review of Wills, Jenny Heijun. (2019). Older Sister: Not Necessarily Related. Toronto: McClelland & Stewart.
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Exploring the Impact of Social Media on Children’s Mental Health
No full textIn our modern society, technology has become a large part of how we learn, work, and communicate with each other. Most adults and university students are aware of how this increased use of technology influences us on a daily basis, but what is less clear is how this use of technology and online activity on social media websites impacts the lives of children and young adolescents. This paper will examine researchers\u27 specific focus on children and young adolescents and how social media has influenced their well-being. The role social media plays in the everyday lives of children is significant as it negatively impacts their mental health by creating unhealthy levels of addiction, causing a disconnect from social relationships and reality, and increasing levels of social comparison.
 
Book Review of Cook, Sharon A. and Carson, Margaret. (2022). The Castleton Massacre: Survivors’ Stories of the Killins Femicide. Toronto: Dundurn Press.
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Parenting a Transitional Age Youth with Autism: Mental Health and Relational Experiences
No full textPurpose: This study explores the lived experiences of parents of transitionally aged, autistic youth (16-24), regarding their mental health and wellbeing, and their parent-child relationships. A prominent gap in the literature exists surrounding autistic youth of this age group, let alone their parents. Methods: With a focus on parents who live in Ontario, Canada, this qualitative study uses open-ended surveys (n = 19) to explore the mental health and relational dynamics between parents and their transitionally aged, autistic youth, both prior to and during the COVID-19 pandemic. Results: Thematic analysis of the survey responses suggests latent themes of: “I have good times and bad”: The importance of external factors and Parenting variability: Ongoing learning and an uncertain future. Results indicate complex and varied experiences of parents, reflecting strengths and challenges at multi-systemic levels. Participants reported that the presence of external supports, including paid and co-caregiving support positively affected their mental health and parent-child relationships, while absence of supports were detrimental. Conclusion: Complex interactions of internal and external factors influence parental mental health and wellbeing and the relationships they have with their autistic youth which have been further complicated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Availability of non-judgemental, formal and informal supports are encouraged to enhance the mental health and caregiving experiences of parents of transitional aged, autistic youth.
 
On Evaluating Gadget Usage and Family Bond Importance: A Descriptive-Correlational Study
No full textProblems related to gadget usage and family bonds include reduced quality time, distraction, attention deficit, eroded communication skills, impacts on child development, increased family conflicts, negative parental role modeling, a digital divide, privacy concerns, sleep disruption, and emotional disconnect. This study explored the relationship between gadget usage and family bond importance using a descriptive-correlational method with 200 parents from Libagon, Southern Leyte, Philippines, selected through purposeful sampling. Data analysis involved frequency counts, arithmetic mean, and Pearson\u27s correlation coefficient, with a pre-survey form and semi-structured interview guide. Findings showed that most respondents were females aged 40 and above with three children, whose gadget use varied by hour. Shared family dinners, with a mean of 3.10, moderately indicated family bond importance. A slight inverse relationship was found between gadget usage and family bonds. The study concludes that gadget usage alone does not significantly affect family bond perceptions, suggesting the need for more nuanced research into interacting factors. Recommendations include promoting balanced technology use through educational programs and community initiatives, funding further research, launching public awareness campaigns, and advocating for work-life balance. Policies should focus on influential factors like family dynamics and cultural values to enable effective interventions and resource allocation
Room to Grow? The Role of Adolescents’ Bedrooms During the COVID-19 Pandemic
No full textAdolescents spend increasing amounts of time alone in their bedrooms, a shift which likely intensified during the COVID-19 pandemic. Past research has pointed to potential developmental reasons, benefits (e.g., increasing autonomy), and risks (e.g., social isolation, greater screen time) of high amounts of time alone. We explored adolescents’ experiences of their bedrooms during pandemic restrictions, as a potentially unique developmental context. We conducted 10 focus groups and 23 interviews with 74 young people, ages 10 to 19 (46% girls/women; 49% boys/men; 6% gender neutral/gender fluid/agender; 16% LGBTQ+; 5% Indigenous; 35% persons of colour; 7% persons with a disability). Middle to late adolescents, in particular, described their bedrooms as relevant to their developmental needs for autonomy and independence. Further, they underlined the emotional complexity surrounding bedrooms, such as feeling both trapped and seeking comfort and relaxation. Findings suggest the importance of time alone, and also strategies and discussion points for youth and parents