For example, one study points to
a greater protective role for fathers than mothers in adolescent depression (Desjardins & Leadbeater, 2011), and others show stronger associations between father - child relationship quality and reduced anxiety or depression for boys (Branje et al., 2010; van Eijck et al., 2012).
Not exact matches
«This,» said Dr. Barribeau, «suggests a
greater investment in
protective immunity by the females, which will one day start their own colonies, than by the males, whose
role is essentially just for reproduction.»
That example paints a
great picture of the core's «
protective»
role, as well as its
role in absorbing and transferring forces through the body.
While current findings suggest spousal support plays a mediating
role in family adaptation,
greater understanding of the importance of the marital relationship in families of young children with ASD are needed, including its potential as a
protective factor, in successful adaptation.