In a Newsweek article called “Dear Dads: Save Your Sons”
written by Christopher N. Bacorn, he talks about the importance of a son having a father figure. This article focuses on a young boy who does not have his father in his life. As a cause of that, this 15 year old begins to do drugs, involves himself with gangs and violence. His mom, being a concerned mother sends him to the shrink. The shrink believes that a primary reason for this boys action is because he does not have a father/male figure in his life. She suggests that he joins sports to keep him entertained, active, and out of trouble. Along with that, he will have male guidance such as his coach and teammates to look up to.
After reading this article, it made me realize what a huge point the author had. Many boys that did not or do not have their fathers in their life, they are rebellious in life. They do not have the guidance of a male to show them the right steps in life. That is a primary cause of guys in gangs or guys doing drugs. I know for a fact from experience. I have a younger brother that does not have a male figure. He is very rebellious. I noticed that each time I bring a guy friend over he gets attached quickly because that is the only way he can get male guidance.
I agree what you said that many boys don't have a father in their life. It's kind of sad for the kids because he or she is growing up without know who the father is. Also for those fathers who left their wife's and kids should take responsibility for the whole family instead of just throwing everything to his partner. I believe that children should be the parent's top priority because its their responsibility to look out for the kid and if he or she is not ready for being a parent they should not have any kids.
ReplyDeleteI agree that the author did make a strong and valid point. I do agree that children should grow up with both parents. They need their gender, of a parent to have as a role model. I also do think that people should think about how serious their relationship is before having a kid. To make it work through thick and thin.
ReplyDeleteYesenia, I agree with this article as well. There are so many young men and boys in the world without fathers or positive males in their lives. I think that missing piece has a huge affect on there behavior and life. I know so many guys that I either went to school with or grew up and the majority of them had no fathers at all. Now they are all in jail for violent crimes. I believe that having a father in your life is huge and does impact you a lot. Great post girl!
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