Science Shows Why Loving Dads Raise Healthy Kids

Fathers are wired to protect, provide for and engage with their children. From neuroendocrine changes that support bonding to distinct but complementary parenting styles with moms, dads play an essential role in their children’s emotional security, cognitive development and resilience—while reducing substance use and other risky behaviors. This Father’s Day, the evidence is clear: kids thrive when dads fulfill their unique, irreplaceable role.