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This project investigates how organizational "availability norms"—expectations for immediate responsiveness and constant connectivity—impact fathers' decisions to conceal their caregiving responsibilities. Using an experimental survey design, we aim to establish a causal link between workplace pressure and the "visibility gap" in caregiving behavior. The study explores whether fathers are more likely to hide family obligations (e.g., "I have an appointment" vs. "I am taking my son to the doctor") in high-availability environments. This is part of a broader multi-method study that helps us understand the downstream consequences of the "caregiving visibility gap," specifically testing the hypothesis that when fathers conceal caregiving to avoid career penalties, they inadvertently reinforce the very gender norms that constrain them.
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