Dyadic Assessment of Dads’ Support (DADS)

Funded by the University of Georgia, Office of the Vice President for Research

Research on fatherhood and father-child interactions has increased over the years due to changes in family organization. This research has shown that sensitive and supportive behavior displayed by mothers and fathers are associated with better outcomes for their children. However, there is still a need to fully explore the unique ways that fathers interact with their children during early childhood, specifically how support from mothers and fathers can help children manage stress. In collaboration with Cindy Suveg in the Department of Psychology at the University of Georgia, this study explores the ways in which African American and Latino fathers support their children’s development and regulation of stress.