Fathers' Parenting Role Identity and Father Involvement: A Comparison of Nondivorced and Divorced, Nonresident Fathers

This study explored a father's parenting role identity in nondivorced and divorced, nonresidential fathers and the relationship between role identity and involvement in child-related activities. Data were collected from 270 fathers (178 nondivorced and 92 divorced) by mail questionnaires. Diffe...

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Published in:Journal of family issues 1996-01, Vol.17 (1), p.26-45
Main Authors: MINTON, CARMELLE, PASLEY, KAY
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Children & youth
Divorce
Family Roles
Fathers
Parent Child Relations
Parent Role
Parenthood
Parents & parenting
Preschool Children
Role Conflict
Role Satisfaction
Sex Role Identity
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Summary:This study explored a father's parenting role identity in nondivorced and divorced, nonresidential fathers and the relationship between role identity and involvement in child-related activities. Data were collected from 270 fathers (178 nondivorced and 92 divorced) by mail questionnaires. Differences were found between groups on three dimensions of identity: nonresidential fathers reported feeling less competent and satisfied in the role, and that the role was more salient. No differences were found on role investment. Higher scores on role identity typically were associated with more frequent involvement with children. The dimensions of father parenting role identity except salience and marital status made significant contributions to predicting involvement. Marital status moderated the relationship between competence and involvement, such that the relationship was stronger for divorced, nonresident fathers.
ISSN:0192-513X
1552-5481
DOI:10.1177/019251396017001003