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#248 Todd Shackelford & Viviana Weekes-Shackelford: Mating After Children

The Dissenter

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Grandparental Investment and Relational Dynamics

This chapter explores the study of grandparental investment in grandchildren, emphasizing the differences in contributions from maternal and paternal grandparents. It highlights how these investment patterns are influenced by relational uncertainty and familial dynamics, particularly after the arrival of children. Additionally, the chapter examines the impact of parenting on romantic relationships, addressing the psychological conflicts experienced by fathers and mothers regarding their roles as parents and partners.

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