Types of parenting style
June 18, 2008
Developmental psychologists have been interested in how parents influence the development of children’s social and instrumental competence since at least the 1920s. One of the most robust approaches to this area is the study of what has been called “parenting style.” This Digest defines parenting style, explores four types, and discusses the consequences of the different styles for children.
Authoritarian approach is highly controlling in its use of authority and places a high value on conformity. “These parents provide well-ordered and structured environments with clearly stated rules” (Darling, 1999). The parent pours the ‘right’ information into the child who is considered an ‘empty vessel’. As a result, they engage in very little give-and-take with children, who are unquestioning in manner.
Listen to the children. A good parent will always be ears to children when they have even the slightest and the most trivial problems in life. It makes your kids realize that no matter how bad things turn out, you will always be there to lend support and hear it out. Be honest with your kids and give suggestions from your side to tackle the situation. When they grow up, thy will also not neglect any problem you have. The permissive parenting style is an anything goes style.
Parents are usually permissive, because they don’t want to interfere with their child’s development, or they’re unconcerned about their lives, because of their own selfish interests. Regardless of the reasons parents become permissive, the outcome in their children’s behavior is usually the same. Children of permissive parents usually engage in attention seeking behavior, also known as acting out.
Many children who observe friends, who have permissive parents, crave to have the same for themselves. However, that’s not usually true for the child of a permissive parent. They are usually craving the attention of their parents, and inside, feel unloved, unimportant, and not cared for. Talking is another essential part of bonding with children. As parents, you can start talking to them as early as their infancy. Read out stories, talk to them, tell them encouraging incidents of your life, etc. By dong this, you will encourage them to talk about themselves and what bothering them and what they like, thus enhancing their communication skills.
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