Jurnal Penelitian dan Pengembangan Sains dan Humaniora (JPPSH)
Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): April - INPRESS

Coping with Single Parenthood in Southwest Nigeria: Psychosocial Challenges and Adaptive Strategies Among Parents in Oye-Ekiti

Esther Adebimpe Ogunwole (Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria)
Oladele Taiwo Omolara (Prince Abubakar Audu University Anyingba, Anyigba, Nigeria)
Gbemisola Funmilayo Oguntola (Lead City University, Oyo State, Nigeria)
Esther Opeyemi Abiodun (Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria)



Article Info

Publish Date
25 Apr 2026

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the psychological problems and coping mechanisms of single parents, while also assessing the effectiveness of these strategies in overcoming social, economic, and emotional stress. This study used a quantitative approach with a descriptive survey design. The study subjects were 100 single parents selected through purposive sampling based on their direct experience of single parenting. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire adapted from a previously validated instrument, covering aspects of psychological conditions (stress, anxiety, and depression) and coping strategies (economic involvement, moral behavior, social perception, and family support). Data analysis was performed using descriptive statistics (frequencies, percentages, means, and standard deviations) and inferential statistics (t-tests). The results showed that family support was the most dominant coping strategy, followed by efforts to improve social perception, involvement in economic activities, and personal character development. These findings indicate that cultural practices, economic factors, and social obligations influence single parents' coping behavior. The study's conclusions emphasize that strengthening support systems is crucial for addressing the challenges faced by single parents.

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JPPSH

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Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Social Sciences

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Jurnal Penelitian dan Pengembangan Sains dan Humaniora (JPPSH) is a journal that uses a double-blind peer review model that can be accessed online. The purpose of JPPSH is to publish a journal containing quality articles that will be able to contribute thoughts from a theoretical and empirical ...