What are the reasons for these numbers and what role does the extended family play in these single-parent families?

Single-parent family types can be the results of the choice of the parent or by the circumstance; they can result either from divorce, the death of a spouse, or unmarried parenthood. It is estimated that over 85%
of all single-parent households are headed by females (U.S. Census Bureau 2010). Over one half of all
African American/Black Caribbean children live with their mother only, whereas only one-fourth of
Hispanic children live only with their mother; among all races, only about 5 percent of children live only
with their fathers.

African American women are more likely than others to give birth before they are married.

Writing Prompt: What are the reasons for these numbers and what role does the extended family play in
these single-parent families?

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