Stepfathers are not a reliable solution to the problem of fatherlessness. Children who grow up without a physically present and emotionally committed biological father are at a greater risk of suffering from emotional, behavioral, and physical health problems. The contribution of fathers to child rearing is unique and irreplaceable. Males and females bring different qualities to children. Parental androgyny is not what children need.
“Fatherlessness is the leading cause of declining child well-being in our society. It is also the engine driving our most urgent social problems…Yet, despite its scale and social consequences, fatherlessness is a problem that is frequently ignored or denied.” David Blankenhorn, Fatherless America Families are microcosms of society. Strong and stable families contribute to social […]
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