Hope from the perspective of homeless families

作者: Kaye Herth

DOI: 10.1046/J.1365-2648.1996.25113.X

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摘要: Homeless families represent one-third of the homeless population. These have few resources and experience multiple stressors. This study explored meaning hope influence specific characteristics on hope, identified strategies that are used to foster in living four shelters. Using technique methodological triangulation (interview, Herth Hope Index, Background Data Form), author collected cross-sectional data 52 longitudinal 10 over a 9-month period time order provide clearer understanding process. was described as power within self mobilizes one move beyond present situation envision better tomorrow for one's others. Six hope-engendering hope-hindering factors were based interview responses adult family members. Overall levels those residing shelter low remained stable across background variables with exception receiving nurse-provided health care premises. Across time, found be at one, rise significantly two, level off three. An from perspective could basis upon which develop interventions engender hope.

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