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Pediatr Nurs. 1996 May-Jun;22(3):243-6, 271.
Fathers today face a confusing set of values and role choices. The challenges are particularly great for fathers of children with chronic illness or disability. Fathers must reexamine priorities, come to terms with losses, and develop and strengthen caretaking capabilities. The isolation commonly felt by fathers of children with special needs places the entire family at risk. Conversely, paternal involvement has many benefits. Professionals can take many steps to engage men in becoming supportive and important figures in the lives of their children.
如今的父亲们面临着一系列令人困惑的价值观和角色选择。对于患有慢性病或残疾孩子的父亲来说，挑战尤为巨大。父亲们必须重新审视优先事项，接受损失，并培养和增强照顾能力。有特殊需求孩子的父亲普遍感到的孤立使整个家庭处于危险之中。相反，父亲的参与有很多好处。专业人员可以采取许多措施，促使男性成为孩子生活中给予支持且重要的人物。
