The Impacts of Parenting Styles on Child Development

Abstract

Every child deserves a parent but not every parent deserves a child. This is a saying we must remember when caring for our children. Children require a positive and safe environment to develop socially, intelligently, and emotionally. Parenting sets up a child for success and gives them the first idea of how the world will treat them. With good parenting, a child can feel comfortable, loved, and improve their self-esteem.

In contrast, the non-cooperation of mothers and fathers has an increased risk of depression, stress, and family relationship issues. Many problems can be observed due to poor parenting in infancy, adolescence, and adulthood. To find the root of emotional and developmental issues, we must compare different parenting styles. There are four main parenting styles: authoritarian, authoritative, permissive, and neglective. In this paper, we will look at differing parenting styles, their effects on child development, and what are ultimately the consequences and components of “good parenting.”