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Why are black men deadbeat dads?
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It is commonly believed that Black men have higher levels of abandonment and child neglect due to financial hardship and lack of resources. In addition, many have had limited exposure to fathers who have played an active role in child-rearing, resulting in them not passing down healthy paternal practices. Furthermore, historical and systemic racism has denied many Black men economic and educational opportunities, making it more difficult to support a family. Additionally, some cultural factors such as patriarchy, machismo and the stigmatization of black fatherhood may play roles in the high rate of absent black fathers.