Since yesterday was Father’s Day, I am focusing today’s post on the importance of fathers on the well-being of their children.
It is interesting to note that one way that fathers influence their children is indirect—-through the quality of their relationship with the mothers of their children.
Research has shown that fathers who have good relationships with the mothers of their children are more likely to spend time with their children and to have children who are psychologically and emotionally healthier.
When fathers treat the mothers of their children with respect and deal with conflict appropriately, they are more likely to raise boys who understand how to treat women and who are less likely to be aggressive toward females.
Girls raised by respectful and involved fathers are less likely to get involved in violent or unhealthy relationships. In contrast, research has also shown that fathers who display anger and contempt toward their wives or who give their wives the silent treatment are more likely to have children who are anxious, withdrawn, or anti-social.
Children with involved, caring fathers tend to have better educational outcomes as well. They tend to have higher IQ’s, better linguistic capacity, and greater academic achievement.
Children raised by involved fathers are also more likely to be emotionally secure and have better social connections with peers. They tend to be more comfortable in exploring the world and more likely to exhibit self-control.
In summary, fathers have a powerful and potentially positive impact on their children, so don’t underestimate them!
If you want to learn more, you can go to www.fatherhood.org or www.fathers.com.
Happy Belated Father’s Day!
The important Influence of Fathers