The Relationship Amid Parenting Styles and the Growth of Emotional Intelligence in Children
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Keywords
Parenting styles, Emotional intelligence, Longitudinal study, Child development, Authoritative parenting, Authoritarian parenting, Permissive parenting, Neglectful parenting
Abstract
This longitudinal study in psychology aimed to discover intricate connection among parenting styles and development of emotional intelligence in children. Emotional intelligence plays a vital part in shaping a child's social and emotional well-being, making it imperative to investigate impact of parenting styles on this developmental aspect.
Aim: The primary objective of this study was to discern how different parenting styles, namely authoritative, authoritarian, permissive, and neglectful, contribute to emotional intelligence levels of children over time. By utilizing a longitudinal approach, we sought to offer very comprehensive understanding of dynamic interplay among parenting practices and emotional intelligence development.
Methods: Participants included the diverse sample of families through children aged 3 to 12 years, recruited from various socio-economic backgrounds. Parenting styles were assessed through standardized questionnaires, while emotional intelligence in children was measured using age-appropriate psychometric tools. Data collection occurred at multiple time points over several years, allowing for the examination of changes in emotional intelligence in response to different parenting styles.
Results: The findings revealed distinct patterns linking specific parenting styles to development of emotional intelligence in children. Authoritative parenting showed very positive association with higher emotional intelligence scores, while authoritarian and neglectful styles showed negative associations. Permissive parenting displayed mixed outcomes, highlighting nuances in its impact on emotional intelligence development.
Conclusion: This longitudinal research underscores significant impact of parenting styles on emotional intelligence trajectory of children. The outcomes emphasize the importance of adopting authoritative parenting practices to foster optimal emotional intelligence in offspring. Additionally, the nuanced effects observed with permissive parenting call for further exploration to understand its nuanced impact on emotional intelligence development. These insights contribute to the broader understanding of the role parents play in shaping the emotional well-being of their children.
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