Fatherhood (Developing Child)
by Michael E. Lamb
Category: Family & Relationships

Offers a single-source reference for the most recent findings and beliefs related to fathers and fatherhood, including such topics as the development of father-child relationships, gay fathers, the effect of divorce on fathers and childrens, fathers in violent and neglectful families, cross-cultural issues of fatherhood, and fathers in nonindustrialized cultures. The book should help mental health professionals bridge scientific theories to application and practrice that teach fathers how to positively influence their children's development.