Involved Fathering and Men's Adult Development

<p><i>Involved Fathering and Men's Adult Development</i> is an interdisciplinary book that synthesizes theoretical empirical and anecdotal writings from different fields and provides an analysis of extensive interviews with 40 fathers. Along with the exploration of the distinct contribution that fathers make to their children's development the author pursues the parallel theme of the effect this involvement has on the fathers' own development in adulthood. <br><br> This book will provide its readers with a realistic and useful beginning point to bring a synthesis of developmental theories family studies perspectives and men's insights about fathering that will enhance our academic understanding of fathering and adult development. This book can also spark reflective and practical application for fathers and families whether readers are academicians practitioners policymakers or fathers in the trenches.</p>