father (n.)
when writing about men as fathers, forgo stereotypes—that they are absent, inept, distant, or cold. Some may well be, but if you're not reporting about a specific person, perpetuating these vague notions does a disservice to men who are committed, loving, and effective fathers. It also breeds social tolerance for second-rate fathering. When writing or speaking about fathers, give them a full range of behaviors, attitudes, and emotions. See also parent, absent parent/absent father/absent mother.
