Abstract
Revised and Expanded! FCS2186-2191, a series of 1-4 page fact sheets by Millie Ferrer-Chancy, Larry Forthun, and Angela Falcone, with contributions by Joe Pergola and Maisie Ross, addresses challenges and issues grandparents may encounter when raising grandchildren. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2009.
References
Conway, F., Magai, C., Springer, C., & Jones, S.C. (2008). Optimism and pessimism as predictors of physical and psychological health among grandmothers raising their grandchildren. Journal of Research in Personality, 42, 1352-1357. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jrp.2008.03.011
Ferrer, M. (1999) Success and the single parent: Taking care of yourself. University of Florida, Cooperative Extension. 8pp. FCS 2144.