PARENTING STYLE AND CHILD DEVELOPMENT

Understanding Parenting Styles: Impact on Children

Our parenting style is a philosophy that we carry in our heads and based on which we conduct ourselves before our children. There are different types of parenting styles and it is quite okay to use more than one parenting style depending on the circumstances. It is vital to understand the positive and negative impacts/effects of all parenting styles on our children so that we are more conscious and mindful while raising them.

Different Parenting Styles

Researchers have studied extensively the different parenting approaches and gathered the pros and cons of each of the parenting styles.

The Authoritarian Parenting Style

This style demands that children abide by strict guidelines set by parents, with disobedience resulting in punishment. It often generates fear in children's minds.

Result –

• Exceptional achievers
• Not open about their wants and emotions
• Lack self-confidence

The Authoritative Parenting Style

Similar to authoritarian, but more responsive and supportive. Parents honor the needs of their children and communicate in a supportive way.

Result –

• Children are more sincere and confident
• Value their parents’ words
• Boosts social, cognitive, and emotional growth

The Permissive Parenting Style

A more relaxed style where parents do not enforce strict rules and are more like friends than parents.

Result –

• Children lack focus and sincerity
• Do not show respect for their parents’ words
• Mediocre results due to over-indulgence

The Uninvolved Parenting Style

Low parental involvement, detached attitude, and lack of guidance and support.

Result –

• Children lack direction, focus, and confidence
• Performance in academics and skills declines
• Inadequate support leads to tantrums and wrong behavior

Your way of parenting has a direct influence on your child. It's important to be mindful and adapt your parenting style to different situations. Sticking to one particular style may not be beneficial as it can hinder children's growth. However, ensuring that an uninvolved parenting style doesn’t dominate is crucial for fostering a healthy environment for children's growth.