Three Parenting Styles Paper

There are three different parenting styles, developed by Baumrind- and this paper is an attempt to investigate and make contrasting analysis between the three and their effect on children’s behavior; and concerns and how effective on children’s behavior control and variables were investigated.
Baumrind, discusses parenting through the eyes of psychology and as a developmental psychologist. Baumrind name s three different parenting styles which she classified based on the responsiveness of the parent toward their children and identified typical patterns of behavior that is usually associated with children (Martorell,2014).
The three parenting styles discussed by Baumrind are as follows: Authoritarian- complete control is at the core of this style, children are not afforded a say- just obey, and they are punished when they do not adhere. These parents are insensitive, and this has a negative effect on their children. Permissive parenting places emphasis on letting children express their own thoughts- uninhibited- and monitor their own behaviors. Permissive parents are more relaxed and do not place many demands on their children. …show more content…
While authoritative parents feel confident in their ability to direct their children-they respect their children’s independence as it relates to things pertaining to them. Authoritative parents are warm and loving- but feel strongly about and insist on good behavior and are unwavering in their demand for a standard behavior. Punishment may be exacted but only in and limited way and is supportive. Inductive reasoning, was used to substantiate their stand. The Authoritative parents found the use of inductive reasoning a way for disciplining their children- allowed for verbal negotiations- encouraged compromise and exchange of ideas. Children of Authoritative parents have positive outcomes and the children feel safe and