Associations between having a single parent and poor child outcomes such as delinquency are stronger in African American families than in white families.

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Research has shown that the associations between single-parent families and various child outcomes, including delinquency, do not significantly differ by race. Factors such as socioeconomic status, community support, and family dynamics play a more critical role in child outcomes than race alone.

Associations Between Having a Single Parent and Poor Child Outcomes