As children transition to adolescence, they begin to form relationships with adults outside of their family. These adults could be teachers, coaches, bosses, religious leaders, or community members. Caring relationships with non-parental adults can be a resource for children and youth and positively influence their well-being.[1] Children and youth who have supportive relationships with other adults are more likely to have good physical and mental health, higher school success, and fewer risk-taking behaviours.[2]
Data related to relationships with other adults includes two indicators:
[1] Murphey, D., Bandy, T., Schmitz, H., & Moore, K.A. (2013). Caring adults: Important for positive child well-being. Bethesda, MD: Child Trend. Available at: https://www.childtrends.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2013-54CaringAdults.pdf
[2] Government of British Columbia. (2011). Child and youth health and well-being indicators project: Appendix h- Social relationships evidence review. Available at: http://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/health/about-bc-s-health-care-system/office-of-the-provincial-health-officer/reports-publications/special-reports/appendix_h_-_social_relationships_evidence_review.pdf