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Study Reveals 1-7% of Fathers May Not Be Biological Dads

1/26/2025

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A biological truth binds mothers to their children, while fathers face uncertainty without genetic tests. Recent studies reveal that 1-7% of fathers might unknowingly raise kids who aren't biologically theirs, shedding light on the persistent issue of paternity misattribution, even as rates decline from earlier estimates.

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A biological truth binds mothers to their children, while fathers face uncertainty without genetic tests. Recent studies reveal that 1-7% of fathers might unknowingly raise kids who aren't biologically theirs, shedding light on the persistent issue of paternity misattribution, even as rates decline from earlier estimates.