Summary: The Decline Of Fatherhood

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unfavorable results and neglect to children within the household. Following the examination of fatherhood dominance in their responsibilities to the household, David Popenoe concluded, “If present trends continue, the percentage of American children living apart from the biological fathers will reach 50% by the next century” (“The Decline of Fatherhood”). Male authority within a household continues to decline, resulting in many fathers feeling displacement within the family. While marriages decline and female independence is on the rise, not only are males and children suffering emotionally, but also females develop health-related issues caused by the everyday stress from a career-driven generation. The decline of marriages and its impact
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