The assertion that fathers are essential for healthy adjustment of children is contradicted by evidence from
A) twin studies.
B) adoption studies.
C) studies of lesbian parents.
D) studies of step-children.

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Studies of lesbian parents have shown that children raised by same-sex couples do not experience any negative effects, and their development is just as healthy as those raised by heterosexual couples. This suggests that the gender of parents is not important for the healthy adjustment of children. Therefore, the assertion that fathers are essential for children's healthy adjustment is contradicted by this evidence.

The Assertion That Fathers Are Essential for Healthy Adjustment of Children