Fathering in Cultural Contexts

<p>How do men think about fathering? How does this differ across different regions of the world? And what effect does this have on child development? <i>Fathering in Cultural Contexts: Developmental and Clinical Issues </i>answers these questions by considering a broad range of theoretical and conceptual models on fathering and childhood development, including attachment theory, developmental psychopathology, masculinity and parenting typologies. </p><p>Roopnarine and Yildirim provide a comprehensive view of fatherhood and fathering in diverse cultural communities at various stages of economic development, including fathers’ involvement in different family structures, from two-parent heterosexual families to community fathering. This book’s interdisciplinary approach highlights the changing nature of fathering, drawing connections with child development and well-being, and evaluates the effectiveness of a range of father interventions. </p><p><em>Fathering in Cultural Contexts </em>will appeal to upper level undergraduate and graduate students in human development, psychology, sociology, anthropology, social work, and allied health disciplines, and professionals working with families and children in non-profit and social service agencies across the world.</p> <p>Chapter 1— Fathering: The Global Picture</p><p>Chapter 2---Theories and Conceptual Models </p><p>Chapter 3--- The Many Faces of Fathering: Structural Arrangements and Internal Working Models</p><p>Chapter 4--- Levels and Quality of Paternal Involvement </p><p>Chapter 5--- Father Involvement and Childhood Outcomes </p><p>Chapter 6--- Fathering Intervention Programs</p><p>Chapter 7--- Social Policies and Fathering</p>