Brodheadsville, PA Author Publishes Examination of Children without Fathers in Their Lives

July 3, 2015 - "Absentee Dads! – Can their children break the cycle?," a new book by I.L. Lorrie, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

The developed world is facing a new and pervasive problem-absentee dads. Children, specifically boys, who grow up without a father figure face many more obstacles than their counterparts whose fathers are present. These "father-absents" lack positive male role models and must look to their mothers for both a masculine and feminine influence-a role that many are not able to play well especially considering the added stress of single parenthood.

I.L. Lorrie examines the trends in the developed world, postulates three hypothetical, but extremely common, case studies, and discusses possible solutions to this growing concern. Much can be done to improve the quality of life and the emotional development of father-absents, and if the unfortunate children in these situations can be taught to cope effectively, they have a much greater chance of breaking the cycle and participating in happy, healthy families as present parents.

About the Author:
I.L. Lorrie lives and works in Brodheadsville in eastern Pennsylvania. She is a people person who has a three-pronged approach to daily living: spirituality, education, and giving back. Spirituality serves as the foundation of her life; it keeps her grounded and gives her a guide for decision making. She is passionate about educating herself by reading and encourages others to do the same. Giving back and making a difference gives her the greatest reward that anyone can ever earn-the gratitude of those she has helped. She loves jazz and R&B, Broadway shows, and tennis and basketball.

Lorrie has an Associate's Degree in computer information services and a Bachelor's Degree in Communication Arts (minor in Sociology) from the College of New Rochelle. She is currently working on a Master's Degree in Communication Arts at the New York Institute of Technology (NYIT).

"Absentee Dads! – Can their children break the cycle?" is a 34-page paperback with a retail price of $9.00. The ISBN is 978-1-4809-1227-4. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For more information, or to request a review copy, please go to our virtual pressroom at www.dorrancepressroom.com or our online bookstore at www.dorrancebookstore.com.