Acculturation and Resilience Influences from the Latino Fathers’ Perspective

This phenomenological study focused on the lived experiences of Latino fathers’ perceptions of acculturation into the United States and how their role, family structure, and responsibility were impacted from their perspective. Resilience theory with a reflexive approach and previous literature served as the theoretical frameworks. Twelve Latino fathers participated in the study. Semi-structured interviews were conducted: four in person and eight in virtual format. The emerging patterns yielded one significant theme and three secondary themes from the discourse. The findings of this study revealed the Latino father was dedicated to his children and family, both the nuclear and extended members.