Extent of Positive Youth-Adult Relationships in a 4-H After-School Program

Authors

• Jessica E. Paisley, Ohio State University ExtensionFollow
• Theresa M. Ferrari, Ohio State University ExtensionFollow

Volume

43

Issue

2

Abstract

It is widely recognized that relationships with caring adults are essential for youth to achieve their fullest potential. The study described here explored youths' relationships with adults in a 4-H after-school program setting. Methods used included a youth survey and observations of youth-adult interactions. All youth were found to be experiencing highly positive relationships with adults at the after-school program. Two major factors were found to contribute to such relationships: attendance and positive adult behaviors. Relationships with adults at the after-school program were significantly more positive than those with teachers or neighborhood adults. Implications for practice are discussed.

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Recommended Citation

Paisley, J. E., & Ferrari, T. M. (2005). Extent of Positive Youth-Adult Relationships in a 4-H After-School Program. Journal of Extension, 43(2), Article 13. https://doi.org/10.66752/1077-5315.4607