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Who is Diana Baumrind?
1970s psychologist who developed 4 parenting styles.
The 4 parenting styles are authoritative, permissive-indulgent, permissive-uninvolved, and __________.
authoritarian
What does control refer to in parenting?
Managing a child's behavior from either a very controlling setting or from a setting of few rules and demands.
What does warmth mean in the context of parenting?
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What are authoritative parents like?
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What do children of authoritative parents learn?
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What are some characteristics of children with authoritative parents?
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What are authoritarian parents like?
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What are the traits of children raised by authoritarian parents?
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What describes permissive-indulgent parents?
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What characterizes children of permissive-indulgent parents?
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Describe permissive-uninvolved parents.
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What are some traits of children raised by permissive-uninvolved parents?
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Study Notes
Diana Baumrind
- Influential psychologist from the 1970s known for research on parenting styles.
- Developed a model consisting of four distinct parenting styles.
Four Parenting Styles
- Authoritative: Combines warmth with structure.
- Permissive-Indulgent: Warm but allows considerable freedom; indulgent nature.
- Permissive-Uninvolved: Lack of warmth or demands; neglectful.
- Authoritarian: High control with low warmth; strict and demanding.
Control
- Refers to how a parent manages a child's behavior.
- Can range from highly controlling environments to few rules and minimal demands.
Warmth
- Represents a parent's ability to manage behavior with acceptance and responsiveness.
- Contrasts with rejection and unresponsiveness.
Authoritative Parents
- Display a balance of warmth and control, fostering independence in children.
- Engage in discussions, emphasizing rationality.
- Hold primary responsibility for setting boundaries.
Child of Authoritative Parents
- Develop negotiation skills and learn the importance of their opinions.
- Generally exhibit qualities such as lively confidence and social competence.
Authoritative Development
- Associated with children who are happy, confident, and socially adept.
- Cultivates autonomy in young individuals.
Authoritarian Parents
- Characterized by a lack of warmth, enforcing strict discipline.
- Establish rigid, non-negotiable rules and standards.
Child of Authoritarian Parents
- Values discipline more than independence.
- Often tends to be rebellious, anxious, withdrawn, and reliant on others.
- May excel academically despite negative emotional implications.
Permissive-Indulgent Parents
- Exhibit warmth but are passive and indulgent.
- Show love by granting children's wishes, act as resources rather than authority figures.
Child of Permissive-Indulgent Parents
- Develop a high degree of autonomy in decision-making while undermining authority.
- Struggle with self-control and tend toward egocentrism.
Permissive-Uninvolved Parents
- Demonstrate no warmth and place no demands on children.
- Show neglect towards children's needs and lack engagement in their lives.
Child of Permissive-Uninvolved Parents
- Likely to perform poorly in school and exhibit delinquent behavior.
- Exhibit impulsiveness, depression, and egocentric traits, similar to children of permissive-indulgent parents.
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This quiz covers the foundational concepts of Diana Baumrind's parenting styles, including authoritative, permissive, and authoritarian models. Each flashcard provides key terms and definitions crucial for understanding how these styles impact child behavior. Test your knowledge and expand your understanding of parenting approaches.
