Online social support for “Danqin Mama”: A case study of parenting discussion forum for unwed single mothers in China
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Highlights：
• Emotional support relieved feelings of loneliness originating from social isolation.
• Emotional support boosted self-esteem, leading to a more positive view of the future.
• Tangible support led to improved living conditions and alleviated financial problems.
• Informational support facilitated navigation through the legal and regulatory system.
• Findings highlight the significance of virtual space for a disadvantaged group.
摘要
•Emotional support relieved feelings of loneliness originating from social isolation.•Emotional support boosted self-esteem, leading to a more positive view of the future.•Tangible support led to improved living conditions and alleviated financial problems.•Informational support facilitated navigation through the legal and regulatory system.•Findings highlight the significance of virtual space for a disadvantaged group.
论文关键词：Online social support,Parenting forum,Unwed single mothers,China,Textual analysis
论文评审过程：Received 3 February 2017, Revised 27 October 2017, Accepted 29 October 2017, Available online 30 October 2017, Version of Record 6 November 2017.
论文官网地址：https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chb.2017.10.045
