Parenting style Flashcards
Parents communicate well with child, are warm and responsive, and use reasoning rather than coercion to guide children’s behaviors
Authoritative
Parents expect and demand obedience because they are “in charge” and they do not provide any explanations for their orders
Authoritarian
Parents are lenient, do not expect their children to adhere to boundaries or rules, and avoid confrontation.
Permissive
Neglectful or rejecting of their children and do not provide most, if any, necessary parenting responsibilities.
Uninvolved or neglectful
Tells her child “You should do it my way or else, there is no discussion.”
Authoritarian
Tells her husband “It is 10:00 PM, do you know where your child is?”
Neglectful
Tells her child “You know, you should have not done that. Let’s talk about it so you can handle the situation better next time”
Authoritative
Tells her child: “You may do what you want. We will always be here for you, no matter what you do.”
Permissive
Most ideal parenting style
Authoritative
