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Links harsh fathering to poorer health in adult sons, suggesting preventive fatherhood programs are important.
The present findings suggest that the effects of harsh fathering during childhood on adult sons' health are long-lasting, and the stress regulation system may serve as a key underlying mechanism in this relationship. This study highlights the need for evidence-based fatherhood programs aimed at preventing harsh parenting practices. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2026 APA, all rights reserved).
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