{"product_id":"black-fathers","title":"Black Fathers","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis book offers a broader, more positive picture of African American fathers. Featuring case studies of African-descended fathers, this edited volume brings to life the achievements and challenges of being a black father in America. Leading scholars and practitioners provide unique insight into this understudied population. Short-sighted social policies which do not encourage father involvement are critically examined and the value of father engagement is promoted. The problems associated with the absence of a father are also explored.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe second edition features an increased emphasis on:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe historical issues confronting African descended fathers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe impact of health issues on Black fathers and their children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe need for therapeutic interventions to aid in the healing of fathers and their children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe impact of an Afrikan-centered fathering approach and the need for research which considers systemic problems confronting African American fathers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecommunity focused models that provide new ideas for (re)connecting absent fathers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elearning tools including reflective questions and a conclusion in each chapter and more theory and research throughout the book.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart I provides a historical overview of African descended fathers including their strengths and shortcomings over the years. Next, contributors share their personal stories including one from a communal father working with underserved youth and two others that highlight the impact of absent fathers. Then, the research on father-daughter relationships is examined including the impact of father absence on daughters and on gender identity. This section concludes with a discussion of serving adolescents in the foster care system. Part II focuses on the importance of a two-parent home, communal fathering, and equalitarian households. Cultural implications and barriers to relationships are also explored. This section concludes with a discussion of the struggles Black men face with role definitions. The book concludes with a discussion of the impact of adoption and health issues on Black fathers and their children, and the need for more effective therapeutic interventions that include a perspective centered in the traditions and cultures of Afrika in learning to become a father. The final chapter offers an intervention model to aid in fatherhood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn ideal supplementary text for courses on fathers and fathering, introduction to the family, parenting, African American families\/men, men and masculinity, Black studies, race and ethnic relations, and family issues taught in a variety of departments, the book also appeals to social service providers, policy makers, and clergy who work with community institutions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54234076086616,"sku":"9780415883672","price":72.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/1295\/4195\/files\/9780415883672.jpg?v=1777244428","url":"https:\/\/agendabookshop.com\/products\/black-fathers","provider":"Agenda Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}