Date of Award
2011
Publisher
North Dakota State University
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Awarded
Master of Science (MS)
Program
Human Development and Family Science
Department
Human Development and Family Science
College
Human Sciences and Education
Faculty Advisor
Brotherson, Sean
Description
This study utilized a phenomenological approach to examine adult children's views of how their fathers connected with them as children. Participants consisted of 10 men and 12 women between the ages of 30 and 60 who were interviewed about connection experiences with their fathers. Participants completed interviews related to their perspectives on being fathered, experiences as a son or daughter, and what they experienced in connecting with their fathers. Findings indicated that fathers connect with children through a variety of contexts that include memorable occasions, activities, personal interactions, routines, events, and other means. Also. obstacles to connection between fathers and children were explored. Study findings and their implications for theory, research, and practical application are discussed.
Recommended Citation
Peterson, Bethany Ann, "Generative Fathering and Married Adult Children's View of Connectedness between their Fathers and Themselves" (2011). Human Development and Family Science. 20.
https://digitalcommons.ndsu.edu/human-dev-fam-sci/20
Handle Identifier
https://hdl.handle.net/10365/29603