attachment role of the father Flashcards
1
Q
what role does the mother typically show?
A
occupying the caregiving and nurturing role to the infant
2
Q
what role does the father typically show?
A
father is seen as a playmate who provides more physical and exciting play than the mother.
3
Q
when infants are happy who do they often go to?
A
their fathers when they are feeling happy and positive and want to play
4
Q
what does societal changes mean men are becoming?
A
men are often expected to play a bigger role in parenting than before. It is increasingly common for men to be the infant’s primary caregiver instead of just a playmate.
