title: Strengths of farming communities in fostering resilience in children.
abstract: The cultural context in which rural farm children are raised has a significant effect on their lives. Researchers have traditionally viewed rural environments from a deficit perspective. Yet many children demonstrate resilience even in the face of significant adversity. This article focuses on strengths of rural farming communities in providing a cultural context that supports healthy development in children. It also notes practice considerations for child welfare in small agricultural communities.
authors.affiliation: Arizona State University School of Social Work, Tempe, USA.
authors.forename: Nancy C
authors.initials: NC
authors.lastname: Larson
authors.forename: Melissa
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Dearmont
mesh_terms: D000383:Agriculture; D002648:Child; D002657:Child Development; D002669:Child Welfare; D005190:Family; D006801:Humans; D012424:Rural Population; D014481:United States