Men's "positive, wide-ranging, and active participation in their children's life" is characterized as father involvement (Marsiglio et al., 2000, p. 276). A father's involvement can be described in a variety of ways (Pleck & Masciadrelli, 2004; Marsiglio, 2006). He may provide guidance by teaching his child moral values and helping him to make good decisions. He may also exercise discipline by setting limits and controlling his child's behavior. Finally, he may participate in family affairs by talking with other parents at the playground or during car rides, and by sharing household responsibilities. In addition to providing guidance and discipline, an involved father participates in family activities. He might take his son or daughter fishing, or play basketball with the boys. He might also discuss current events with his children if they have interest in such things. An involved father is not just someone who takes an interest in his children's lives; he is also someone who helps out with chores and duties around the house. Fathers should help out even if their children don't ask for assistance; it shows that you are a responsible person who cares about others. Fathers need to be involved in their children's lives; otherwise, they will feel like outsiders who don't belong to the family unit. This lack of connection will cause negative effects on the child's development.