Involved Fathering and Men's Adult Development

An interdisciplinary book that synthesizes theoretical, empirical, and anecdotal writings from different fields along with the authors analysis of extensive interviews with fathers. Will appeal to scholars in developmntl psych, family studies, adult deve

Rob Palkovitz

Contents: Preface. Part I: Foundations for Understanding Fathering and Development. The Effects of Parenting on Adult Development: What the Theories and Data Tell Us. A Research Plan: Forty Fathers, Their Situations, and What They Can Tell Us. Men's Construction of the Fathering Role: Balancing the Demands of What It Means to Be a Dad Today. Fathering and the Life Course. Part II: The Self Domain. Navigating the Emotional Currents of Fathering. Faith of Our Fathers: The Relationships Between Involved Fathering and Men's Faith, Morality, and Values. Fathering and Perceived Changes in Health. Part III: The Social Domain. Being a Father and Being a Husband: The Effects of Fathering on Intimate Relationships. Fathers in Families: The Effects of Engaged Fatherhood on Relationships With Relatives. The Social World of Fathers: Friends and Community Involvement. Part IV: The Work Domain. Provisional Balances: The Effects of Fathering on Work and Career Development. Part V: Summary, Evaluations, and Applications. Costs-Benefits Analyses. Provisional Balances Revisited. Appendices: Interview Schedule. Biographical Sketches of Study Participants.