Taking the stone from my heart: An exploration of the benefits of a mentoring programme (PROMISE) for children at risk of significant harm

Dallos, Rudi; Carder-Gilbert, Hassina

doi:10.1177/1359104518805227

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“…The findings of the current study are consistent with our previous studies (Dallos, & Carder-Gilbert, 2019), but this current study provides additional themes which indicated that the mentors regarded it as important to respond empathetically to the young person's needs and emotions. It was also interesting that the mentor acknowledged that, like the young person, they valued the shared elements, such as the humour, help and empathic support.…”

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confidence: 91%

“…Dallos and Comley-Ross (2005) found that when absent, mentees felt mentors 'held them in mind', in that they perceived their mentors to still think of them and care for their wellbeing. Dallos and Carder-Gilbert (2019) conducted a longitudinal study which indicated that important to the development of a positive relationship was a process of internalisation of conversations and interactions with their mentors. The young people described that dysregulating intrusions from prior traumatic events became less frequent as the relationship developed.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Developing bonds: An exploration of the development of bonds between mentors and young people

Dallos

Carder-Gilbert

McKenzie

2021

Clin Child Psychol Psychiatry

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The article describes a piece of research exploring young people’s experience of a mentoring service (PROMISE). The scheme has been developed to offer vulnerable young people a supportive relationship to assist their lives. This article explores the nature of the mentoring relationship, including how mentors and mentees view its development. Conjoint interviews were conducted which also permitted an analysis of the nature of the conversational processes between the pairs, including how they constructed shared meanings of the development of their relationship. This provided a window into the emotional dynamics of their mentoring relationships. Implications for similar mentoring programmes are discussed alongside wider implications for assisting this group of young people.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 91%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Developing bonds: An exploration of the development of bonds between mentors and young people

Dallos

Carder-Gilbert

McKenzie

2021

Clin Child Psychol Psychiatry

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“…The recreational component refers to connectedness, companionship, friendship, and ongoing communication [ 80 , 82 , 91 , 92 , 94 , 96 , 97 , 98 , 99 , 103 , 104 ], accompanied by collaboration, mutuality [ 39 , 86 , 94 , 95 , 96 , 103 , 105 ], and self-disclosure [ 106 , 107 ].…”

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confidence: 99%

Unpacking Community-Based Youth Mentoring Relationships: An Integrative Review

Goldner

Ben-Eliyahu

2021

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Formal community-based youth mentoring relationships (CBM) are a popular form of intervention worldwide in which caring, non-parental adult figures are matched with at-risk children (i.e., children who experience an intense and/or chronic risk factor, or a combination of risk factors in personal, environmental and/or relational domains that prevent them from pursuing and fulfilling their potential) to promote development and health. Common models suggest that a close mentoring relationship is needed for the success of the intervention. However, it remains unclear which key relational processes and variables promote relationship quality to generate the most significant benefits. Using the PRISMA framework, 123 articles were identified as relevant for this review which explores the state of the literature on CBM relationships describing the main findings regarding the characteristics of the relationship and the mediating and moderating variables. An essential ingredient that consistently emerged for generating mentoring outcomes is characterized by feelings of support, sensitivity, and trust and accompanied by a purposeful approach to shaping the goals of the relationship. A balanced approach comprised of recreational, emotional, and catalyzing aspects has been reported as essential for mentoring success. Mentors’ positive attitudes toward underprivileged youth, maturity in terms of age and experience are essential in forging positive relationships. Mentees who have better relational histories and more positive personality traits exhibited higher relationship quality. However, data imply the possibility of addressing mentees from moderate risk status. Preliminary evidence on thriving as a mediating variable was found. Program practices, such as training, parental involvement, and matching based on perceived similarities and similar interests, emerged as important factors. Generating many research suggestions, the review identifies research questions and uncharted territories that require inquiry.

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“…Carder-Gilbert H, Dallos R Plymouth University Vulnerable children and young people have benefited from being mentored by a stable adult; however, little is known about why mentoring is helpful and this limits the extent to which theory or research can help guide its application (Dallos et al, 2018). Co-occupation is a synchronous back and forth of actions (Pierce, 2000).…”

Section: Menteesmentioning

confidence: 99%