Fathers used to act as the “breadwinner” of their family, and as the teacher of moral and religious values. (31) _______, those roles are gradually changing. More and more women are going out to work and (32) _______ money. This increases the budget of the family. Besides, there are various programmes assisting mothers financially. These changes have greatly impacted the role of fathers because they make paternal financial support less essential for (33) _______ families. With the (34) _______ ...

Fathers used to act as the “breadwinner” of their family, and as the teacher of moral and religious values. (31) _______, those roles are gradually changing.

More and more women are going out to work and (32) _______ money. This increases the budget of the family. Besides, there are various programmes assisting mothers financially. These changes have greatly impacted the role of fathers because they make paternal financial support less essential for (33) _______ families.

With the (34) _______ of financial support reduced, and with a changing concept of a father’s role, modem fathers tend to be more involved in children's caregiving. They are now spending more time and energy on their children.

Researches suggest that fatherly love helps children develop a sense of their place in die world, which helps their social and emotional development. Moreover, children (35) _______ receive more love from their fathers are less likely to have behavioural problems.