In a recent article (November 2, 2009), entitled “Fathers Gain Respect From Experts” writer Laurie Tarkan, discusses recent studies and trends that recognize the importance of fathers’ involvement with their children.

Although fathers tend to spend time with their children in ways that differ from mother/child bonding, this time with fathers is important to the child’s development.

The article further discusses divorce related issues, and societal obstacles “conspiring” against fathers spending time with their children.

Children do better with a father when mother speaks positive about father.

The full article can be found at: http://www.nytimes.com/2009/11/03/health/03dads.html?hpw.

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