Abstract

The objective of this study was to present baseline data and future directions for promoting fathers' parenting. This study conducted keyword network analysis using 652 and 257 papers published in Korea and overseas, respectively, and sampled using keyword combinations. The correlation between variables was confirmed by maximum connection distances between keywords and mean distances between nodes. Studies on fathers' parenting increased steadily. Fathers' role shifted from the supporter to the rearer. Early studies evaluated the effectiveness of parenting, while later studies explored ways to promote parenting. Betweenness centrality network analysis revealed that key studies were on self-efficacy, improved relationship with a wife, child's sociality, relationship, and enhanced cognitive functions. These results can be used as the baseline data for fathers' parenting, not a sufficiently studied topic, because it presents the directions for promoting fathers' involvement in parenting.