期刊名称：Fathering: A Journal of Theory, Research, and Practice about Men as Fathers
印刷版ISSN：1933-026X
出版年度：2009
卷号：7
期号：3
出版社：Fathering: A Journal of Theory, Research, and Practice about Men as Fathers
摘要：Guided by identity theory, we explored men’s perceptions of their role as fathers and how these self-perceptions are positioned in their overall sense of self as fathers in a sample of married and divorced, nonresident fathers. Data from 34 fathers who participated in focus group interviews revealed that men’s definition of self as father is both complex and integrative. Seven fathering role identities emerged: provider, teacher, protector, disciplinarian, caretaker, supporter, and co-parent. Similarities were found in the fathers’ self-perceptions regardless of marital status, although some variation is noted. Suggestions for future research are discussed.
