Articles tagged with Fathers
Researchers are exploring how fathers contribute to their children's cognitive development, emotional well-being, and social skills. Studies will examine the role of fathers in rural American communities, Israeli families, and low-income African American households, shedding light on the often-overlooked impact of fathering on childhood
Research reveals mothers have a higher sickness absence rate compared to fathers, with twice as many days paid out after childbirth. Increased gainful employment and caregiving responsibilities for women contribute to the disparity.
A new study found that individuals with a mother who has Alzheimer's disease are twice as likely to experience gray matter shrinkage and have more whole brain atrophy compared to those with a father or no family history. The research suggests that inheriting the disease from one's mother may be a significant risk factor.
A new study found that couples with shared childcare experience more conflict than those with the mother as primary caregiver. Fathers' involvement in play activities with their children, rather than caregiving duties, is associated with more supportive co-parenting relationships.
A new study found that mice sired by fathers on a low-protein diet exhibit changes in metabolic genes, passed down via the sperm, and associated with improved cholesterol metabolism. This suggests transgenerational reprogramming of metabolism, challenging traditional views on the impact of parental nutrition.
A recent survey found that in half of Hague Convention cases involving international child abduction, U.S. courts sent the children back to their fathers, often due to a lack of consideration for domestic violence. The study highlights the need for law to catch up with science and protect women and children from abuse.
Researchers found that women call their fathers less frequently and hang up sooner during high-fertility days, possibly to avoid male control. They also spent more time on phone calls with mothers, suggesting an unconscious drive for reproductive success.
A new study reveals that women decrease interactions with male relatives, including fathers, when they are most fertile. This behavior is believed to protect against inbreeding and the negative consequences associated with it. Women tend to call their mothers more frequently during high fertility days.
Researchers found that up to 53 out of 128 studied societies believe in the principle of multiple paternity. Women benefit from this system as secondary fathers provide gifts and support, increasing child survival rates. Men also gain by formalizing alliances through shared wives, strengthening family bonds.
A study of over 86,000 families in the UK found that parents are at high risk for depression in the first year after a child's birth, with mothers experiencing significantly higher rates than fathers. The findings highlight the need for better detection and support for parental depression to improve children's outcomes.
A new study published in the Journal of Adolescence found that Canadian teenagers have more freedom than their French and Italian peers. The investigation examined how parents fashion emotional bonds and exert behavioural control with adolescents, revealing that Canadian parents value a democratic conception of education that promotes ...
Research finds that sons with fond childhood memories of their fathers are more emotionally stable in stressful situations. A good father-son relationship is linked to lower psychological distress and fewer stressful events as an adult. The study controlled for factors such as age, family income, and parental presence.
A new study suggests that a father's involvement before birth may play an important role in preventing death during the first year of life. Infants born to absent fathers were more likely to experience lower birth weights, preterm births, and small size, as well as higher rates of neonatal mortality.
A new study published in Springer's journal Sex Roles found that toddlers adopt different behaviors and cues from their mothers and fathers during play and caregiving situations. In play, children tend to be more involved in directing interactions, while in snack situations, they accept parental authority.
A recent study found that objective total sleep time measured by actigraphy is more strongly associated with self-reported relationship satisfaction among first-time parents than subjective sleep quality. The study also revealed that mothers and fathers have different perceptions of each other's sleep, highlighting the importance of ad...
A study on child survival in rural Bangladesh found that mother's death massively reduces child's chances of survival to age 10 years. The father's death has a negligible effect on child mortality rates, with the greatest impact seen in children aged 2-12 months whose mothers had died.
A significant number of fathers experience prenatal and postpartum depression, with the highest rates in the 3 to 6 month postpartum period. The study suggests that early paternal depression may have substantial effects on children and recommends a joint approach to screening and treatment for both parents.
A new study published in Early Child Development and Care reveals that fathers tend to give toddlers more leeway, allowing them to actively explore their environments. This 'activation theory' suggests that father-child interaction plays a crucial role in shaping a child's development.
Researchers at Dartmouth College found that female brown anole lizards prefer larger males to father their sons, resulting in increased survival rates. This unique mating strategy allows the females to pass on beneficial genes for large size to their offspring.
The study found that advanced maternal age is associated with a significantly elevated risk of having a child with autism, increasing by 18% for every five-year increase in the mother's age. In contrast, advanced paternal age is only linked to an increased risk when the father is older and the mother is under 30.
Back-to-work policies are losing impact due to their 'gender blind' approach, neglecting the needs of teenage fathers and men working in childcare. The study emphasizes the importance of targeted support for young fathers to address gender inequalities and promote inclusive policies.
A recent study by the University of Cincinnati reveals that relationship with father plays a significant role in adult family responsibilities among homeless veterans. The research found that those with high father involvement reported more nurturing and supportive parenting styles.
A study by Brent McBride, a University of Illinois expert in early childhood education, found that fathers' influence on a child's academic success later in life is felt the most when they're involved from the very beginning. Mothers' involvement, on the other hand, was positively related to a child's academic achievement.
Researchers at Ohio State University found that mothers tend to follow their own mothers' parenting practices, such as spanking and affection, but fathers do not. The study also revealed a significant shift in parenting practices over two generations, with increased emphasis on reading and affection shown to children.
A new University of Illinois study explores the role of parent involvement on student achievement. The research found that dads who build close relationships with their children in the preschool years are more likely to stay involved when their child makes the transition to school. This early connection can set a positive tone for futu...
Research highlights the importance of fathers' mental health on child development, citing increased risks for behavioral and emotional problems, anxiety disorders, and substance abuse. The study also notes the potential for 'child-to-parent effects' and emphasizes the need for further international research.
A study found that local online forums can provide tailored support for new mothers, but may exclude fathers. The researchers encourage healthcare professionals to promote these communities as a viable alternative to traditional support systems.
The study found genetic influences on parenting styles, with females tending to direct care and males taking indirect care. This specialization helps form an efficient family unit, reducing conflicts between parents.
A study published in Nature Genetics has identified a novel hair-loss gene variant associated with male baldness. The research found that this gene, located on chromosome 20, is inherited from both parents and may account for the similarity in cranial hair growth between father and son.
According to sociologist Germain Dulac, every father must see his child once in a while, regardless of the relationship. The researcher found that regular contact between fathers and children is beneficial for both parties, including support groups that help dads stay involved.
A recent study found that children born to older fathers are at higher risk of developing bipolar disorder. The study, which analyzed data from over 13,000 patients with bipolar disorder, suggests that advancing paternal age may be associated with an increased risk of complex neurodevelopmental disorders.
The study found that as a child receives more resources from their father, the expression of imprinted genes is triggered, reversing the symptoms of Prader-Willi Syndrome. This discovery may help understand how social structure influences disease development.
A new study by University of Tennessee professor Francisco Ubeda suggests that the amount of care a father gives to his child may cause a shift in the syndrome's symptoms, reversing them. The research implies that social structure and biparental care can shape disease symptoms over human evolution.
A new study found that married social fathers exhibit equivalent or higher quality parenting behaviors than married and cohabiting biological fathers. Married social fathers are more engaged with children, share responsibilities, and are trusted by mothers to care for kids.
Mothers and fathers of twin babies conceived through ART show higher rates of depression, anxiety, and social dysfunction compared to parents of singletons. Counselling and preparation before birth may play a role in mitigating these effects.
A study of 97 couples found that fathers are more involved in infant care when their wives provide active encouragement, regardless of their own beliefs or the quality of parenting. Encouragement from mothers can either foster or limit fatherly participation, with mothers acting as 'gatekeepers' to their involvement.
A study published in The Lancet found that a father likely contracted bird flu from his infected son, highlighting the risk of person-to-person transmission. The investigation involved testing the father and son for H5N1, as well as close contacts, revealing limited but significant transmission.
A 20-year review of studies found that active fathers reduce behavior problems in boys and psychological issues in young women. Regular positive contact also enhances cognitive skills like intelligence and language development.
Research found teenage fathers more likely to have babies with birth problems such as pre-term delivery, low birth weight, and death. In contrast, older fathers aged 40+ were not at increased risk, according to the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology study.
Scientists have found that polygamous baboon fathers who spend time with their children during juvenile years can influence their daughters' fitness. The study, led by Duke University professor Susan Alberts, suggests that fatherly presence can give offspring a jump-start on reproduction, especially among females.
Research found that higher levels of formal education for children's parents decrease the risk of stunting in their future offspring. This is due to improved caregiving behaviors, including better nutrition and healthcare practices.
A recent study found that divorce widens the distance between teenagers and their fathers, who often struggle to maintain close relationships despite increased involvement. The research suggests that fathers' involvement with children has increased, but mothers still do most of the childcare, creating pressure on fathers to invest more...
A recent study found that maternal grandparents were more likely to maintain daily or weekly contact with their grandchildren than paternal grandparents. The research suggests psychological mechanisms rooted in evolutionary history, where women are always related by maternity, making family ties through the mother more significant.
Children benefit when mothers and fathers react differently to their child's negative emotions, with one comforting and problem-solving while the other provides space. This helps gain experience in understanding and controlling emotions, developing complex thinking about emotions.
A new study published in Archives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine suggests that children whose mothers are depressed do better when their fathers are actively engaged in family life. An involved father can serve as a buffer, reducing the risk of problem behaviors such as aggression, hyperactivity, depression, and anxiety.
A study published in The Lancet Oncology found that parents' intellectual and emotional awareness time of their child's impending death is strongly associated with future health outcomes. Healthcare providers can play a crucial role in reducing long-term depression, employment issues, and psychological problems by providing adequate in...
A study published in Evolution and Human Behaviour found that women who had positive relationships with their fathers were more likely to select partners who resembled them. The research used facial measurements to investigate the relationship between fathers' facial features and the faces of attractive partners.
A University of Illinois study explores how family members perceive unequal treatment by parents, revealing that siblings who share a common understanding of parental behavior tend to get along better. The research emphasizes the significance of open dialogue and active listening among family members.
A new study conducted by the University of Texas at Austin found that children's age and family dynamics play a significant role in shaping weekend leisure activity choices. The study reveals that children whose fathers have a higher education level are more likely to engage in active recreation, while those from single-parent househol...
Women are more likely to inherit an increased risk of ischaemic stroke than men, with a higher likelihood of having a family history of stroke in mothers and sisters. The age at stroke for women and their siblings correlates with the age at stroke for their mothers.
First-time mothers are at a higher risk of developing mental health problems like depression and bipolar disorder after childbirth. The study found that the risk is highest in the first few weeks and months following delivery, with the greatest increase occurring within 10-19 days.
A new study examines how different conflict styles between parents affect children's mental health and adjustment. Different types of conflict may have distinct implications for mothers' and fathers' parenting duties, with fathers' emotional unavailability having a greater impact on children's psychological problems.
A new study explores how boys view their fathers as the boys move from childhood into adulthood. The study found that men who witnessed marital violence as children were more likely to report being emotionally and physically abused by their fathers, and had lower ratings for their fathers' moral role.
Chemical cues from fathers may be delaying the onset of sexual maturity in daughters as part of an evolutionary strategy to prevent inbreeding. Researchers found that girls without fathers matured approximately three months before those whose fathers were present, with urban environments also linked to earlier menarche.
A multi-year study by Texas A&M researchers found that the amount and quality of time parents spend with their children has a direct effect on children's rates of obesity. Mothers' time with children was more strongly linked to lower obesity risks, while fathers' time was associated with higher risks for older children.
A new study found that men with multiple sclerosis (MS) are more likely to pass the disease to their children than women. The researchers discovered that fathers with MS have twice as many children who develop MS as mothers with the disease.
A study of 244 parents found that intensive support programmes improved their life satisfaction by shifting focus from internal to external issues. The programme helped parents develop knowledge and coping strategies, particularly fathers and full-time working parents.
Researchers found that traditional gender roles and expectations can prevent men from being responsive to their children's emotional needs, leading to a new model of fatherhood. The study suggests that valuing women's work and promoting equality in relationships can improve paternal responsivity.
A recent study by Cornell University researchers found that mothers are discriminated against in the workplace due to cultural biases. The study showed that mothers are more likely to be rejected for job opportunities and face lower wages compared to non-mothers, as they're held to a harsher performance standard.
A study found that college students were less willing to hire a woman with two children and judged her as a lesser candidate for promotion compared to a childless woman. Fathers, on the other hand, were held to more lenient standards than both women and childless men.