#680 - Dr Anna Machin - Do You Actually Need A Father To Raise A Child?
Modern Wisdom
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The Importance of Dad's Role in a Child's Social Development
The front of the brain controls social skills, empathy, resilience, and more. Dad's role is to help the child navigate the complexities of social life and prepare them for the world beyond the family. Research shows that a strong attachment to the father and their sensitive parenting predicts how well the child transitions into preschool and develops social and emotional skills.
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