Identifier
etd-12112014-094116
Degree
Master of Social Work (MSW)
Department
Social Work
Document Type
Thesis
Abstract
Given increased media interest in the relationships that exist between African American men and women, few studies to date have examined the characteristics that Black men and women most appreciate in one another. Since emerging adulthood is the time in life when many individuals are contemplating marriage and date with the goal of finding a suitable marriage partner, this study will examine the qualities that Black men and women highly value in one another, which may lead them to eventually marry. Through the use of Value Theory, this study will examine the qualitative responses of 24 (17 females; 7 males) Black men and women, aged 18-29 to the question: “What characteristics do you most appreciate about African Americans of the opposite sex?” Qualitative analysis resulted in the following three themes: (1) Value of Strength and Candor; (2) Value of Mutual Understanding and Sensitivity; and (3) Value of Leadership and Protection. Supporting qualitative data are presented in connection with each of the aforementioned themes.
Date
2014
Document Availability at the Time of Submission
Release the entire work immediately for access worldwide.
Recommended Citation
Carhee, LaKeshia Marie, "The Qualities That Black Men and Women Most Appreciate about One Another: A Qualitative Examination" (2014). LSU Master's Theses. 2536.
https://repository.lsu.edu/gradschool_theses/2536
Committee Chair
Chaney, Cassandra
DOI
10.31390/gradschool_theses.2536