Some considerations on applicants for foster care program

Published

2010-03-01

How to Cite

Jodra, P. (2010). Some considerations on applicants for foster care program. Revista De Psiquiatría Infanto-Juvenil, 27(1), 40–47. Retrieved from https://aepnya.eu/index.php/revistaaepnya/article/view/121

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Section

Orginial article

Authors

  • P Jodra Fundación O’Belen

Keywords:

Foster care, socio-demographic profile, adaptation to the environment

Abstract

The recruitment of new families forming part of the foster care program is one of the biggest challenges for organizations engaged in this social field. This study examines several variables that allow for some considerations of those seeking to enter the foster care program.

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Author Biography

P Jodra, Fundación O’Belen

Psychologist

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