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Children From Fatherless Homes Most at Risk for Mental Health, Behavioral Issues: Report
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Wim De Gent
By Wim De Gent
6/19/2023Updated: 6/22/2023
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Roughly one in four U.S. children are living in fatherless homes, causing undeniable negative effects on the children’s behavior and mental health, according to a report published by the America First Policy Institute (AFPI).

Comparing several dozen studies conducted from 1987 up to 2022, the AFPI—a non-partisan research institute working “to advance policies that put the American people first”—found clear correlations between children raised in fatherless homes and developmental challenges ranging from bad grades, anxiety, and suicide to violent behavior, drug use, and criminality.

Wim De Gent
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Wim De Gent is a writer for NTD News, focusing primarily on U.S. and world stories.
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