It’s not my fault: Sociological Analysis of stigmatization of single motherhood in Benin City. Edo State.
- Country : Nigeria
- Subject : Sociology and Anthropology
Keywords : Motherhood, Parenting, Single, Stigmatization, Women.Word Count: 213.
Abstract
Motherhood is a desire by most ladies who desire to have a family. However, the separation of couple of leave behind some level of prejudice among women mostly a a culturally inclined society. Therefore, this study seeks to sociologically examine the cause, types and implication of single motherhood as well as the social perception of women within the given situation. Max Weber theory of Social Action was adopted to explain the orientation of persons toward the behaviour of others. Being a cross-section research survey, it triangulated both qualitative and quantitative instruments (In-depth interview Guide and Questionnaire) and method of data collection for 120 respondents who are residents in selected communities in Benin metropolis. Collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics for the quantitative data using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (version 22.0) and thematic content analysis for the qualitative data. The findings the study revealed that: 1. Single motherhood is caused by human and natural causes. 2. Environment plays a role in the level of stigmatization. 3. The stigmatization of single mother has a ripple effect on their children. Based on this, the study concludes that most single motherhood are not self-inflicted deliberately. Therefore, advocates that there is need for social re-orientation and acculturation of new practices for a better society.
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