Well Beyond Medicine: The Nemours Children's Health Podcast

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Ep. 208: The Father Factor: Why Engaged Dads Make a Difference

Ep. 208: The Father Factor: Why Engaged Dads Make a Difference10 aug24 min

Fathers have a profound impact on their children's physical, mental and emotional well-being, yet they're often left out of pediatric research. John James "JJ" Parker, MD, Researcher, Attending Physician, Advanced General Pediatrics and Primary Care, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital, Chicago, explores what the science tells us about involved fathers, where critical research gaps remain, and how supporting dads can improve outcomes for children and families alike. Watch the episod...