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The Prompt:
Respond to the following prompt(s) for your discussion forum post:
- Compare and contrast the authoritarian parenting style with the authoritative parenting style.
- Provide at least five characteristics of each type of parenting style.
- Explain how each parenting style affects children’s behavior and/or development.
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by Alexus HandsNumber of replies: 0
1. Compare and contrast the authoritarian parenting style with the authoritative parenting style.
Authoritarian and authoritative are two types of parenting styles where the adults play a vital role as a figure of authority. Both parenting styles usually have set rules and expectations for children and typically do not sway from what is believed to be the best course of action to parent children correctly. However, there are some distinct differences between an authoritarian parent versus an authoritative parent. For instance, parents who take the authoritarian form of parenting are strict and rigid with raising their children. These adults can be cold towards children and focus more on punishments than on discipline. As a result, discussions about ways to improve a child’s behavior are not had, and children may have difficulty approaching their parents during times of need. Another critical aspect to note would be how children may form resentment towards their parents and not view themselves as valued or loved by such cold parents.
Authoritative parents are a bit similar in using discipline and consequences. However, they adapt these methods by taking note of how each child responds to certain things. Authoritative parents value their children’s opinions and overall well-being even during moments of punishment. High but realistic goals are expected of their children, and they still have a warm, nurturing approach. The most critical element of this approach to parenting would be that children’s feelings are validated, and there are attempts to have an open dialogue between both parent and child.
2. Provide at least five characteristics of each type of parenting style.
A more lenient and friendly approach to parenting would be the permissive style. The five characteristics of this style would include few rules, little to no structure, not much discipline, loving, and high responsiveness. Permissive parents love their children but have few rules and make no genuine attempts at placing some form of structure within the home. These parents typically allow children to make their own decisions without any guidance or rules set in place. The only time permissive parents become involved is when their child may be in harm or a safety issue arises.
The fourth parenting style would be uninvolved; this form includes few rules, no guidance, little nurturing, and no parental supervision. Instead, children are expected to raise themselves practically, and parents make little effort to ensure that their children’s basic needs are being met. Uninvolved parents can be neglectful towards their children, but it may not always be intentional. Sometimes, adults lack information about child development. Therefore, they may be struggling with how to raise their children in a style that would best suit their family environment.
3. Explain how each parenting style affects children’s behavior and/or development.
Every parenting style affects children in some shape or form. For example, the authoritarian style of parenting may have an emotional effect on a child’s development. Children who have strict parents who do not validate their opinions or feelings may begin to feel insecure with low self-esteem. On the other hand, the authoritative parenting style would be most beneficial in aiding a child’s overall development. Children will experience positive child guidance and understand the importance of learning as we experience things, even if it involves some form of consequence.
The permissive style of parenting may harm a child’s critical thinking ability. In addition, a child that never learns structure or has proper supervision may take unnecessary or even dangerous risks. Lastly, the uninvolved parenting style is most harmful to a child because they are not developing well because of how infrequently their needs are met.
References
Amy Morin, L. C. S. W. (2019, July 12). 4 Types of Parenting Styles and Their Effects on Kids. Verywell Family. com/types-of-parenting-styles-1095045” title=”https://www.verywellfamily.com/types-of-parenting-styles-1095045″>https://www.verywellfamily.com/types-of-parenting-styles-1095045.
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by Elin ShearinNumber of replies: 1
The authoritarian parenting style requires complete obedience to authority. An authoritarian parent feels that it is essential to hold very tight reins to control children. With this parenting style, children usually grow up fearful of their parents, have little self-esteem, and they have little development of the child’s ability to control their own behavior. The authoritative parenting style results in warm relationships with the parent and the child. Authoritative parents recognize that children need guidance and direction, but they are accepting of the slow process of children’s learning about the world. This parenting style is often called assertive democratic.
Authoritarian parents have characteristics such as being demanding and angry with their children. They also are impatient with their children when they misbehave. Authoritarian parents also give children very few choices and they are not willing to negotiate those choices. Authoritative parents are characteristically involved and understanding of their children. They make demands of their children, but they clearly lay out their expectations. They also are willing to negotiate with their children and they give them freedom while monitoring them.
Authoritarian parenting has negative effects on children. Children of authoritarian parents are often fearful and anxious. They also have low self-esteem and struggle with social situations. Authoritative parenting has positive effects on children. Children of authoritative parenting develop good social skills and have higher self-esteem. They also have good emotional control and they tend to be happier in general.
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