Men Are Not Cost-Effective

Many of the skills required to be a good parent come from common sense. June Stephenson's study of women raised in different environments, including the single father home, suggests that fathers adapt quickly to the needs of their children.5 Stephenson's study shows that not only do fathers adapt to the role of being a parent, but they change their own social behavior as well, by becoming more nurturing as individuals. Many would see this kind of social change in men as advantageous to society in general. As more men assume the role of parent, they will communicate among each other and with mothers with resultant improvement in parenting skills. Ultimately, as more fathers take an active role in the lives of their children, these fathers will become more attached to, and more protective of their children.

As noted above, June Stephenson's work has shown that men develop more complex and nurturing personalities when they are forced to take care of their children. As men learn what is involved in taking care of children, they will learn to appreciate the work women have been doing for years. This will serve to reduce the tension between the sexes.

Parental Responsibility -- A Social and Economic Analysis

By Keith Wessel

This provocative and entertaining yet totally fact-based look at the cost of crimes in this country--the majority of which are committed by men--uses documented statistics and numerous anecdotes to provide insight into the problem of why so many boys grow up to be criminals and what can be done about it.

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