Forest City Fathers

The Importance of Fathers

In this issue of Transition we take a good look at the importance of fathers. The fact that fathers are important to children and to families is—or should be—obvious. As proof, each of us has only to look to our own father and the long shadow cast by his presence or absence in our childhood.

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Fatherhood - Basic Instinct

A dad can do so much more than defend the cave. New research shows that he too has the biological goods to nurture baby

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Involved Dads - Happy Kids

When fathers are actively involved with children, everyone benefits. Children have better relationships with other children and perform better. Father's feel better about themselves and their lives, too.

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Involved Dads Make For Happier Families

Family roles continue to change, especially in today's over-scheduled, stressful environment. Studies show that about two-thirds of mothers of young children have outside employment. Currently, about 40 percent of fathers work over 50 hours per week at work. The conflict between career and family continues, and child care from dad is especially needed in a two-career family. [More...]