Among males who are younger than 20 years of age and in custody, approximately 15% are fathers. Many of these incarcerated teenage fathers describe strong motivations to stay involved in their children's lives and to parent effectively. Because they are incarcerated, they often struggle to develop the necessary skills and overcome systemic barriers.
Just Beginning Fatherhood (2020)
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