Father
A father (also called dad or daddy) is a male parent. Most human beings are born from a mother and a father. The father of a person's husband or wife is their f…
A father (also called dad or daddy) is a male parent. Most human beings are born from a mother and a father. The father of a person's husband or wife is their father-in-law. Fathers determine the sex of their child through a sperm cell which either contains an X chromosome (female), or a Y chromosome (male).[1]
Role of a father
A father often helps to take care of and raise a child. This can include providing food, shelter, education, and emotional support. In many families, fathers share responsibilities with mothers in raising children.[2]
Fathers can influence a child's behavior, confidence, and social skills. Studies show that children with involved fathers often have better emotional and educational outcomes.[3]
Biological and social father
A biological father is the male parent whose sperm helped create the child. A social father is a man who raises a child but may not be the biological parent, such as a stepfather or adoptive father.[4]
In culture
In many cultures, fathers are seen as protectors and providers for the family. However, roles of fathers can be different depending on society and time period.[5]
Related pages
References
- ↑ "What determines the sex of a baby?". MedlinePlus. Retrieved 2026-03-31.
- ↑ "The role of fathers in child development". American Psychological Association. Retrieved 2026-03-31.
- ↑ "The importance of fathers in child development" (PDF). Child Welfare Information Gateway. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2023-12-06. Retrieved 2026-03-31.
- ↑ "Fatherhood definitions and roles". Encyclopaedia Britannica. Retrieved 2026-03-31.
- ↑ Bekolo, C. E.; Nguena, M. B.; Ewane, L.; Bekoule, P. S.; Kollo, B. (2014). "Fatherhood across cultures". BMC Public Health. 14: 236. doi:10.1186/1471-2458-14-236. PMC 3973972. PMID 24606888.
Content Disclaimer
Informasi ini disarikan dari Wikipedia dan disajikan kembali untuk tujuan edukasi. Konten tersedia di bawah lisensi CC BY-SA 3.0. Kami tidak bertanggung jawab atas ketidakakuratan data yang bersumber dari kontribusi publik tersebut.
- The information displayed on this website is sourced in part or in whole from Wikipedia and has been adapted for the purpose of restating it. We strive to provide accurate and relevant information, however:
- There is no guarantee of absolute accuracy. Wikipedia is an open, collaborative project that can be edited by anyone, so information is subject to change.
- It is not intended to constitute professional advice. The content displayed is for informational and educational purposes only. For important decisions (e.g., medical, legal, or financial), please consult a professional.
- Content copyright. Wikipedia is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License (CC BY-SA). This means that content may be reused with appropriate attribution and shared under a similar license.
- Responsible use. Any risk arising from the use of information from this website is entirely the responsibility of the user.