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184: The Important Evolutionary Assets That Fathers Bring to Raising Their Children

184: The Important Evolutionary Assets That Fathers Bring to Raising Their Children

In this episode, I talk with James Rilling, psychologist and author of “Father Nature: The Science of Paternal Potential”. Did you know that only five percent of mammals care for their young? Yup, and humans...

Parenting The Adlerian Way · Alyson Schafer

January 20, 202538m 33s

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Show Notes

In this episode, I talk with James Rilling, psychologist and author of “Father Nature: The Science of Paternal Potential”. Did you know that only five percent of mammals care for their young? Yup, and humans are one of the species that do! James explains the science behind testosterone, oxytocin and changes that occur for fathers. Plus, the importance of father caregiving and provisioning and the hidden benefits of rough play to teach emotional regulation and more! A fascinating conversation.


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