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Fathers of children with special needs often face immense emotional and psychological challenges, yet their caregiving role is frequently overlooked—especially in cultures influenced by traditional patriarchal norms. In Hong Kong, where open discussions about fatherhood and emotional struggles remain limited, many fathers experience deep-seated feelings of shame and guilt, leading to avoidance behaviours or overcompensation in their parenting approach. Dr Kai Chung Lo, from the Department of Applied Social Sciences at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, spearheaded a groundbreaking study—the…