Role of the father

Question 1

factors affecting relationship between fathers and children

Answer 1

cultural factors (breadwinner)
economic factors
social policies (paternal leave)
age/gender (Freeman et al)
temperament (Manlove et al)

Question 2

research into the role of the father

Answer 2

Freeman et al (2010) male children prefer the fathers more than females
Manlove et al (2002) fathers less likely to be involved if child has difficult temperament
Geiger (1996) fathers okay interactions are more exciting