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Review
“The book would be a valuable source book for professionals who could refer to it for studies relating to most questions about fathering. . . . . Actually, the book is a comprehensive parenting guide for both mothers and fathers.”–
Book Description
Biller gives compelling evidence that fathers--so relatively under-researched--are very important to sound child development. He focuses on the positive results of active paternal involvment that effect an overall family environment, which is distributively nurturing and satisfying. The presence of a caring father encourages a child's body image, self-esteem, moral standards, and other important qualities. The child-father relationship is demonstrated to impact later life adjustment. Biller establishes, too, that variations in paternal involvment influence not only children but general family well-being including spousal relationships. This is a needed and timely work essential to understanding fathers' roles and potential in family life.
Fathers and Families
Fathers and Families: Paternal Factors in Child Development,Henry B. Biller,Auburn House Paperback,0865692270,Child development,Family,Family & Relationships,Family / Parenting / Childbirth,Family/Marriage,Father and child,Fatherhood,General,Parenting - Fatherhood,United States,Family & Relationships / General
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