
The Science of ParentingFebruary 10, 2025
Men Are More Prepared for Fatherhood Than We Think
In many cultures, men are not involved with hands-on childcare. But biology tells us we are perfectly capable of doing so
James K. Rilling is a Professor of Psychology at Emory University, with a secondary appointment in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. He is also the Director of the Laboratory for Darwinian Neuroscience. He recently published the book Father Nature: The Science of Paternal Potential.
Men Are More Prepared for Fatherhood Than We Think
In many cultures, men are not involved with hands-on childcare. But biology tells us we are perfectly capable of doing so