Why fathers count
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Recent studies have shown that fatherlessness has a detrimental impact on the well-being and mental health of children. These studies reveal that fatherless children have a greater tendency to engage in drug and alcohol use and perform poorly in school than children who live with their fathers.
Publication Name: Men's Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 1054-4836
Year: 1995
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Split decisions: is justice blind to the value of fathers after a divorce?
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In most divorce cases, men have to prove that they are fit parents, while women are presumed to be fit for parenting. Just 13% of men get sole custody of children at divorce proceedings, while another 7% receive joint custody.
Publication Name: Men's Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 1054-4836
Year: 1992
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Trying to heal a broken home
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Divorce and custody arrangements bring the most adverse effect on the kids. A divorced mother narrates her struggle with helping her two kids feel emotionally secured as they learn to live with a shared custody agreement.
Publication Name: Child
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0894-7988
Year: 2004
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