The Role of the Father After Divorce

Author: Ross A. Thompson Publisher: The Future of Children Publication: The Future of Children, Vol. 4, No. 1 Document Date:                  Spring 1994 Category: Family Structure > Impact of Family Structure on Youth Related Categories: Children > Child Development Children > Child Support Divorce and Remarriage > Divorce Family Structure > Impact of Family Structure on Adults Family Structure > Impact of Family Structure on Children Parenthood/Childrearing > Divorced/Separated Parenting Parenthood/Childrearing > Fatherhood Parenthood/Childrearing > Parental Absence Parenthood/Childrearing > Parental Involvement Parenthood/Childrearing > Single Parenting   This article discusses the importance of and challenges to creating a meaningful role for fathers after a divorce.  It looks at the impact that issues such as custody arrangements and child support agreements have on fathers' ability and desire to remain actively involved in their children's lives.     Click to read this article... (PDF) Send us feedback on this article Bookmark this link