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Start Talking!
Know! What Kind
of a Parent Are You?
9/11/2017
Did you know that depending on your parenting style, you are likely
increasing or decreasing your child’s odds for drinking, smoking and
using other drugs? In fact, your parenting style affects everything
from your child’s social skills and self-esteem to their school
performance and overall decision-making. A family’s parenting style
serves as a huge influence for who the child is in the present and the
adult he or she will become. Read on to determine your parenting style.
There are four basic parenting styles: Authoritarian, Authoritative,
Permissive and Uninvolved.
Are you an Authoritarian parent?
This parent is very strict and very controlling.
Rules are clearly stated and, if broken, punishments are harsh so that
the child “suffers” for his or her poor choices.
There is no room for negotiation and little regard for the child’s
opinion.
This parent is low on warmth and communication while high on
expectations.
It’s the mindset of “my way or the highway – period.”
Are you an Authoritative parent?
This parent maintains control and authority while being understanding
and supportive.
The reasons behind the rules are explained and expectations are clearly
known.
If rules are broken, logical consequences (meant to help them make
better choices) follow.
This parent is high on warmth, communication and expectations.
It’s the mindset of “setting boundaries, providing support and keeping
communication open.”
Are you a Permissive parent?
This parent is non-controlling and indulgent.
Rules may exist, but are rarely enforced or may be easily compromised
to avoid conflict.
Parent vs. child roles are “blurred.”
This parent is high on warmth and communication, and low on
expectations.
It’s the mindset of “Pals before parents.”
Are you an
Uninvolved parent?
This parent is indifferent toward their child, known to reject and
neglect.
There are no set rules or consequences.
These children are on their own, raising themselves without the
emotional support or guidance of a loving parent.
Warmth, communication and expectations are virtually non-existent.
It’s the “whatever” parenting mindset – so long as it doesn’t
inconvenience mom or dad.
While you may find that your parenting is a blend of more than one
style, choose the one that best describes you and your co-parent’s
overall style. In a future tip, we’ll take a close look at each one so
that you may determine how your parenting style measures up for your
child’s success.
Learn how to get the drug prevention conversation started at
StartTalking.Ohio.Gov.
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