Here are ten links to online resources about the effects of father presence and father absence on children:
The effects absent fathers have on female development and college attendance
The Importance of Fathers in the Healthy Development of Children
“The Father Factor”, National Fatherhood Initiative
The quality of a father-child relationship effects intimate relationships in adulthood
“Disposable Dads”, Psychology Today
“Father Presence Matters: A Review of the Literature”, National Center on Fathers and Families
“Father Presence”, National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse
Literature Review: Study of Fathers’ Involvement in Permanency Planning and Child Welfare Casework

