The experience of grandparents raising grandchildren

Authors

Deborah SampsonFollow
Katherine Hertlein Ph.D., University of Nevada, Las VegasFollow

Abstract

The purpose of this qualitative study was to understand the experiences of grandparents and the challenges they face raising their grandchildren. This study was conducted through qualitative interviewing, where participants responded to open-ended questions regarding the challenges of raising their grandchildren. Themes and patterns were identified through an open-coding process. The five themes discussed include: characteristics of everyday life, parenting experiences, lack of resources, managing negative emotions, and social changes. Implications for clinical practice and further research are discussed.

Recommended Citation

Sampson, D., Hertlein, K. (2015). The experience of grandparents raising grandchildren. GrandFamilies: The Contemporary Journal of Research, Practice and Policy, 2 (1).
Available at: https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/grandfamilies/vol2/iss1/4