Date of Award
5-2023
Document Type
Project
Degree Name
Master of Social Work
Department
School of Social Work
First Reader/Committee Chair
McAllister, Carolyn
Abstract
High turnover rates continue to plague the field of social work highlighting the need for a new approach. This mixed-method study explores the relationship between the adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) of social workers and their resilience in the field. Quantitative data was gathered from an online survey including demographic information and social workers’ ACEs scores. Qualitative data was gathered from interviews relating to social workers’ resilience and coping mechanisms employed in the field. The quantitative data was analyzed for any correlations and patterns based on demographic information. A thematic analysis was completed to identify common themes and points of discussion in the collected qualitative data. Significant relationships between participants’ gender and their ACE and resilience scores were found. The study also identified a significant relationship between participant’s education level and their ACE scores. This study hopes to bring light to a potential area of focus for future research and intervention development aimed at curbing high turnover rates in the social work field and encouraging a supportive work environment for social workers everywhere.
Recommended Citation
Wilkins, Margeaux and Salazar, Jazmine, "The Relationship Between Adverse Childhood Experiences and Resilience in Social Work" (2023). Electronic Theses, Projects, and Dissertations. 1633.
https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/etd/1633