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Coonrod, Debbie – 1979
A variety of research studies have indicated that fathers' availability and their leadership are vital to the healthy functioning of each individual in the family. One study showed that in 48 societies fathers assume an instrumental role in family life, while in only eight societies is fathering predominately an expressive function. Occasionally,…
Descriptors: Child Development, Family (Sociological Unit), Fatherless Family, Fathers
Coonrod, Debbie – 1981
Information about the influence fathers have on their children's development is provided in this booklet. Chapter One reviews research focused on father-absence and inadequate fathering. Societal expectations for fathers, paternal deprivation, children's emotional, cognitive and social development as well as sex-role adjustment are briefly…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Children, Fatherless Family, Fathers
