Transnational fathers: New theoretical and conceptual challenges

We propose a transactional model of risk and resilience and ambiguous loss as theoretical guides to understanding transnational fathering. We also examine the risk and buffering conditions associated with each temporal aspect of the migrant journey of transnational fathers beginning with the initial...

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Published in:Journal of family theory & review 2021-09, Vol.13 (3), p.266-282
Main Authors: Parke, Ross D., Cookston, Jeffrey T.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
family/work issues
fathers
nontraditional family structures
transnational
Transnationalism
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Summary:We propose a transactional model of risk and resilience and ambiguous loss as theoretical guides to understanding transnational fathering. We also examine the risk and buffering conditions associated with each temporal aspect of the migrant journey of transnational fathers beginning with the initial decision to leave their country of origin to their process of resettlement in a destination country. In addition, we examine the effects of the absence of transnational fathers from their family on the fathers themselves, their partners, and their children. We critically explore the buffering effects of communication at a distance as a strategy for reducing the risks associated with the migration experience of transnational fathers and examine the buffering role of substitute caregivers in the home country as a means of reducing the risk associated with the absence of fathers on children. New directions for future work in this area are noted.
ISSN:1756-2570
1756-2589
DOI:10.1111/jftr.12392