Parenting

Question 1

Uninvolved parenting (2)

Aka neglectful parenting

Answer 1

Few demands, low responsiveness, little communication

Parents fulfill basic needs – but otherwise uninvolved

Outcome:

These kids do the worst of any category. They have low self-esteem, poor self control, and are less competent than their peers.

Question 2

Permissive parent (6)

Answer 2

Lax pattern of parenting

Makes few demands

Permit kids to freely express feelings and impulses

Don’t closely monitor kids activities

Rarely exert firm control over behavior

Relationship is more like that of a friend

Kids are often:

Rebellious
Low self reliance
Low self control
Impulsive
Aggressive
Domineering
Aimless
Low achieving

Question 3

Authoritative parenting (4)

Answer 3

Flexible, parenting style

Allow autonomy – but explain restrictions

Responsive to child’s needs and POV

Expect kids to comply – will use power and reason when needed – to gain compliance

Kids are often

Self-reliant
Cheerful
Self controlled
Cope with stress
Cooperate with adult adults
Curious
Have purpose
Achievement oriented

Question 4

Authoritarian parenting (3)

Answer 4

Restrictive – parents at all the rules and expect obedience

Don’t give explanation for rules

Forceful, punitive discipline used to enforce rules

Kids are often

Fearful
Moody Sulky
Passively hostile
Without aim
Vulnerable to stress

Question 5

Phases of divorce

Answer 5

Crisis phase

During an immediately after divorced. Last about a year. Kids often experienced trouble with schoolwork and conflicts with friends.

Custodial parent may see a decline in their parenting skills. Overwhelmed, emotional turmoil and increased responsibility. Can lead to less focus on kids. Approach to parenting may become more punitive. He may respond with disobedience and disrespect.

Adjustment phase:

Emotional conflicts tied to divorce start to settle down. Kids start adapting to life in single parent home. How well kids do they depend on level of financial/emotional support they receive from their non-custodial parent.

Question 6

Long-term effects of divorce on kids

Answer 6

Kids may fear they will end up and un

Kids at different developmental phases will react differently to divorce. Young kids will think they are to blame. Teens will have a better understanding.

Divorce is a better outcome for kids than staying in families with ongoing conflict intention. Active conflict between parents – divorced or not – puts kids at greater risk than living as the product of divorce.

Question 7

Positive reinforcement

Answer 7

Giving something as a reward.

Example: more TV time for good grades

Question 8

Negative reinforcement

Answer 8

Taking something away as a reward

Example: Fewer chores for good grades

Question 9

Positive punishment

Answer 9

Giving something as a punishment

Example: extra chores for bad grades

Question 10

Negative punishment

Answer 10

Taking away something as a punishment

Example: less screen time for bad grades