An Integrative Literature Review on the Self-Reliance of Youth Unmarried Mother

This study aims to analyze the factors, processes, and content affecting the independence of unmarried Youth mothers by applying the integrative literature review method proposed by Whittemore and Knafl (2005) to the domestic literature on adolescent unmarried Youth mothers' independence.In line with this research objective, the researcher conducted an integrative literature analysis of 14 studies published in domestic academic journals from 2011 to 2024, using the keywords' Youth unmarried mother' and 'Independence.'This study analyzed publication year, academic field, research methodology, research participants, research results, the independence and status of unmarried youth mothers, variables affecting the intention for independence, and the relationship between the intention for independence and life satisfaction.The publication years ranged from 2019 to 2020, showing a significant presence in the field of social welfare studies.In research methodologies, network studies and literature reviews were conducted, with a focus on both quantitative and qualitative research.In quantitative studies, surveys and experimental research were used, while one-on-one in-depth interviews were utilized in qualitative research.The study participants were unmarried adolescent mothers.Based on the research findings, the study suggested expanding the social capital available to unmarried youth mothers, developing a step-by-step selfreliance support model, providing practical self-reliance education, and establishing integrated support centers.