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To verify the benefits of an ideal father-daughter relationship, researchers often use self-report measures, observational studies, and longitudinal designs. These methods allow researchers to examine the quality of the father-daughter relationship and its impact on the child's well-being over time.

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Lamb, M. E. (2010). The role of the father in child development. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley.