(Lec. 14) Fatherhood and Paternal Investment

Flashcards to help review key concepts related to fatherhood, paternal investment, and their effects on behavior and physiology.

What does the presence of a biological father influence regarding initiation age?

The presence of a biological father leads to an earlier age at initiation.

What role do fathers play in child protection?

Fathers act as protectors, providing direct care and social protection for their children's future reproductive prospects.

What is the impact of fatherhood on testosterone levels in men?

Fatherhood tends to lower testosterone levels compared to single men.

What is the significance of the Hadza father's provisioning behavior?

Hadza fathers provide more resources when they have a child under one year of age, indicating critical paternal investment.

How do residence fathers influence their daughters?

Daughters with resident fathers are at home more often compared to those without resident fathers, indicating greater daughter guarding.

What were the findings of Gettler et al. (2001) regarding testosterone levels in fathers?

Gettler et al. found that men who became fathers had suppressed testosterone levels compared to non-fathers.

What factors influence paternal investment in children?

Paternal investment varies according to paternity certainty, economic demands, and the state of the mother and offspring.

What is the benefit of low testosterone for fathers?

Lower testosterone levels in fathers are associated with increased levels of paternal investment and caregiving.

What is the significance of Gettler et al.'s (2001) findings regarding testosterone levels in fathers?

Their research highlights a physiological adaptation where fatherhood suppresses testosterone, facilitating greater paternal investment and caregiving.