Father involvement in pregnancy could reduce infant mortality
Thursday, June 17, 2010 - 11:20
in Psychology & Sociology
Studies have shown fathers who are active in their children's upbringing can significantly benefit their children's early development, academic achievement and well being. Now, a new study by University of South Florida researchers suggests that a father's involvement before his child is born may play an important role in preventing death during the first year of life - particularly if the infant is black.