Introduction

Question 1

Introduction points

Answer 1

There is much debate…
Some would argue…
Conversely…
Kagan et al.
Positive Parenting Programmes (PPP)
This essay will…
Particular attention will be paid to…

Question 2

There is much debate…

Answer 2

…among development psychologists regarding where children’s behaviour stems from and the impact of PPPs on behaviour.

Question 3

Some would argue…

Answer 3

…early relationships from birth play a role in determining children’s behaviour in the future.
Internal working model - future relationships.

Question 4

Conversely…

Answer 4

All children different (innate qualities) - directly affect parenting style.

Question 5

Kagan et al.

Answer 5

Identify future temperament of child from four months.

Question 6

PPPs…

Answer 6

Rooted in social learning theory.
Parenting interventions - increase knowledge, skills and confidence in parents - reduce mental health, emotional and behavioural problems in children.

Question 7

This essay will…

Answer 7

…evaluate effectiveness of such programmes (case study).

Question 8

Particular attention will be paid to…

Answer 8

Attachment theory.
Parenting styles.
Evaluation of PPPs (what might be more effective).