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”Man kan springa och gömma sig men ett alkisbarns barndom hinner alltid ikapp” En kvalitativ litteraturstudie kring barns upplevelse och konsekvenser av en uppväxt med en alkoholiserad mamma

Ramström, Sara LU and Larsson, Paulia LU (2024) SOPB63 20232
School of Social Work
Abstract
The primary aim of this study has been to deepen the understanding of the experiences associated with growing up under the influence of an alcoholic mother, the consequences it can have on individuals as grownups, and identify potential factors that can affect the process of moving on in life. The study's empirical material consists of five biographies written by individuals who have experienced growing up with an alcoholic mother. Analysis within this study rests upon two foundational theories; Goffman's theory of stigma as well as Lazarus & Folkman's coping theory which have been used to create an understanding of the
author's experiences being raised in an environment characterized by alcohol abuse. This research endeavors to... (More)
The primary aim of this study has been to deepen the understanding of the experiences associated with growing up under the influence of an alcoholic mother, the consequences it can have on individuals as grownups, and identify potential factors that can affect the process of moving on in life. The study's empirical material consists of five biographies written by individuals who have experienced growing up with an alcoholic mother. Analysis within this study rests upon two foundational theories; Goffman's theory of stigma as well as Lazarus & Folkman's coping theory which have been used to create an understanding of the
author's experiences being raised in an environment characterized by alcohol abuse. This research endeavors to contribute to a heightened awareness of a prevalent societal issue, acknowledging the unsafe environment in which children of alcoholic parents often find themselves. The study's key findings corroborate previous research, affirming that children raised in environments fraught with alcohol abuse often grapple with profound emotions of loneliness, shame, and a pervasive urge to conceal their mother's addiction. The long-term consequences of an up-bringing with an alcoholic mother consist of feelings of shame and guilt as well as a lack of self-esteem. The authors highlight pivotal factors that facilitated their process of healing and moving beyond their past, including achieving success in their careers,
seeking the acknowledgment that eluded them during childhood, and embracing the autonomy to live life on their terms. (Less)
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author
Ramström, Sara LU and Larsson, Paulia LU
supervisor
organization
alternative title
“To try to flee and hide is in vain for a child with an alcoholic mother – the childhood always catches up”- a qualitative literature study of children's experiences and consequences of a childhood with a alcoholic mother
course
SOPB63 20232
year
type
M2 - Bachelor Degree
subject
keywords
alcohol abuse, alcoholism childhood experience, alcoholic mothers, motivational key-factors
language
Swedish
id
9145000
date added to LUP
2024-01-17 11:47:41
date last changed
2024-01-17 11:47:41
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author's experiences being raised in an environment characterized by alcohol abuse. This research endeavors to contribute to a heightened awareness of a prevalent societal issue, acknowledging the unsafe environment in which children of alcoholic parents often find themselves. The study's key findings corroborate previous research, affirming that children raised in environments fraught with alcohol abuse often grapple with profound emotions of loneliness, shame, and a pervasive urge to conceal their mother's addiction. The long-term consequences of an up-bringing with an alcoholic mother consist of feelings of shame and guilt as well as a lack of self-esteem. The authors highlight pivotal factors that facilitated their process of healing and moving beyond their past, including achieving success in their careers,
seeking the acknowledgment that eluded them during childhood, and embracing the autonomy to live life on their terms.}},
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  note         = {{Student Paper}},
  title        = {{”Man kan springa och gömma sig men ett alkisbarns barndom hinner alltid ikapp” En kvalitativ litteraturstudie kring barns upplevelse och konsekvenser av en uppväxt med en alkoholiserad mamma}},
  year         = {{2024}},
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