Do children from single parents have a harder time?

[future-nurse2008]

Im a single parent and my son is very bright and behaves well. His father died recently but wasn't in his life much. He is very loved by all my family and gets a lot of attention. He can be spoiled at times but he is 9, and like any other kid needs to be disciplined. I have family members that have a father in the house, and their kids aren't necessarily 'better behaved' or brighter than mine. In fact, they are more spoiled and don't do as well as my child It depends on a lot of things. If that child is loved and you pay attention to them, they dont miss the father figure. It is not always the best thing to have the father around, it depends on what type of father they are. Also I take alot of time with my son. Sports, reading, homework and he is a good kid. I would have to disagree, but the situation varies.

Hope this helps.