SWK 363 - Fatherhood and Child Outcomes

Recognizes the role of the father both at the societal level and within the scientific community. Course content includes conceptions of fatherhood and manhood, methodological concerns, theoretical perspectives, policy issues and their relevance to father involvement and child outcomes. Gives consideration to the transition to fatherhood, levels of paternal involvement across cultures, the different family configurations and structures within which fathering occurs and their effect on child development in several domains.

Prerequisites & Notes
Course Code: BR. Women and Gender Studies course.

Credits: 3