Citation
Jensen, Todd M. & Howard, Matthew O. (2015). Perceived Stepparent–Child Relationship Quality: A Systematic Review of Stepchildren's Perspectives. Marriage & Family Review, 51(2), 99-153.Abstract
Stepfamily scholars have emphasized the importance of including stepchildren in the analysis and discussion of stepfamily life. This systematic review synthesized recent research examining predictors/correlates of stepparent?child relationship quality from the viewpoint of stepchildren in the United States. Five bibliographic databases were searched, resulting in 631 potentially relevant studies for review. Manual searches of three prominent family studies journals were also conducted. Screening and eligibility assessment based on a priori inclusion criteria yielded a final sample of 23 studies, including published studies and reports found in the "gray" literature. Significant predictors/correlates associated with stepchildren's perceptions of stepparent?child relationship quality were grouped into the following conceptual domains: individual characteristics, family characteristics, features of (step)parent-child interactions, and stepcouple dynamics. Limitations, implications, and future research directions are discussed.URL
https://doi.org/10.1080/01494929.2015.1006717Reference Type
Journal ArticleYear Published
2015Journal Title
Marriage & Family ReviewAuthor(s)
Jensen, Todd M.Howard, Matthew O.