Father's Day is
around the corner, and we thought of giving the dads a shout out, and reminding
them of their importance in their kids' lives. So this is for fathers,
including the expecting fathers. The benefits of a paternal presence in a
child's life are collectively called "the father effect". Plenty of
scientific literature reveals that affectionate and supportive fathers greatly
contribute to their kids' cognitive and social development, and instill an
overall sense of well-being and self-confidence in them.
A father's rapport
with their child also influences what they will seek for in other people and
relate with them. A young girl depends on her father for emotional support and
security. A dad shows his daughter what a good relationship with a man should
be. The daughter to a strong and valiant man will seek similar characteristics
in a man when she starts dating. When parented by an involved father, an
adolescent girl is more likely to form positive opinions of men and relates
better with them.
Sons on the other
hand model themselves after their fathers, and will seek approval from their
daddies from a very young age. If their father is gentle and respectful to
others, he will grow up that way. The presence of a positive male role model
will help an adolescent boy develop positive gender-role characteristics.
Numerous scientific
studies reveal that an active and nurturing style of fathering is associated
with better verbal skills, intellectual functioning, and academic achievement
among adolescents.
The quality of the
relationship a father has with his child's mum also influences the child a lot.
Fathers who treat the mother(s) of their children with respect and care will
end up with sons who understand how to treat women and who are less likely to
be aggressive towards them. Girls raised in homes where their dads treat their
moms well are less likely to be involved in unhealthy or violent relationships
when they grow up.
In summary, dads:
- Increase a child's emotional intelligence and problem-solving abilities.
- Provide a positive male role model for their children and reinforce good behavior.
- Provide their children a feeling of security - spiritual, mental, emotional and physical.
- Teach their children the important life skills they will need as they grow.
- Are friends and counsellors to their kids.
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