Role of the Farther

• What type of study did Grossman conduct?

  Longitudinal study
• What did Grossman find about fathers' roles in attachment?

  Fathers are important for play and stimulation
• How does a better attachment to the father affect a child's development?

  It improves the development of play
• Why are fathers often seen as secondary attachments?

  They primarily develop play rather than nurture
• Who can fulfill the role of a father?

  Any male, not just the biological dad
• What does Tiffany's research challenge about fathers' roles?

  It challenges the idea of a definitive role
• What emotional role do fathers develop when they are the primary attachment?

  A more emotional role
• What implication does Tiffany's finding have on child development?

  It shows development isn't harmed by fathers
• What are the implications of Grossman's findings for parents concerned about attachment?

  • Children can attach to fathers for play
  • Reduces worries about maternal attachment only
• What concern does Grossman raise regarding homosexual relationships and father roles?

  They may lack a definitive father role
• What percentage of relationships have fathers as the primary attachment?

  3%
• What does Tiffany's research suggest about fathers' roles beyond play and stimulation?

  Fathers can develop emotional relationships