to figure out the most efficient way to parent (Sears, 2003, p. 3). Just as parents have tried to figure out the best method, so have scientist (Santrock, 2011, p.20); scientist use theories to help guide their understanding of things such as how parenting and child development go hand in hand. Erik Erikson proposed the theory that children develop in psychosocial stages (Santrock, 2011, p.21). Erikson’s theory contained 8 stages in which he believed we are faced with a dilemma that must be dealt with
just looking for the best way to raise their child. With all the styles out there how do parents know which one is right and how is it better then the next? Over the research I have done I have found attachment parenting to be one of the best ways, but still there are critics of the attachment parenting. Now my question is why so much controversy to this theory and who is saying it is the wrong or right way and why? Many studies have been done about the best and worst ways to raise your children
For my paper I decided to pick the question, how does single parenting affect attachment with newborns? I think that through out the course we have mostly talked about two parents raising a child and that this is the way that is most common. This could also include the child having any form of two parents such as mom and dad, mom and mom etc. but not always about single parents and their babies. I think that in my immediate community there are more possibilities of single parents out there raising
I have chosen attachment parenting as my topic for this journal because I have used some aspects of this parenting theory in raising both of my daughters. According to Whitborne (2013) “Attachment theory emphasizes the nature of the relationship between children and their caregivers (usually the parents)”. While pregnant with my first daughter, I read many baby books, and researched many parenting theories. Attachment parenting intrigued me, I met many other mothers in my community who parented using
Why are we focusing on the parenting styles No matter what the parenting method is, the
Caldera, Y. M., & Hart, S. (2004). Exposure to child care, parenting style and attachment security. Infant and Child Development, 13(1), 21–33. doi:10.1002/icd.329 In this journal, it includes information about the effects of the security of attachment from parents who have their infants/toddlers with them, to parents who have them in daycare. These sixty mothers went through an observation with their child to understand how their interaction was during a planned task. This observation was performed
How the child is raised and the parenting style used is a significant influence on that development by affecting the relationship between parent and child. This supports the Attachment theory in which emphasizes relationship between the child and caregiver as a key factor in development. My Caregiver’s Parenting Style My parents, my father specifically, believed that children should obey their elders without question and without hesitation. This outlook on parenting stems from their cultural background
with disruptive children. Based on attachment theory and social learning theory, the PCIT modality views problems as a result of mutual interactions between parents and children resulting in a desire for control of actions (Zisser & Eyberg, 2010). In an effort to correct these maladaptive interactions, PCIT theorists understand change as occurring as a result of a modification in the parent’s behavior and ultimately through the adoption of an Authoritative parenting style (Zisser & Eyberg, 2010). Through
Parenting has many different approaches for various tasks. One of the most difficult tasks for most parents is bed time. What do you do when it is far past bedtime and your little one is reluctant to go to sleep? Do you put them in their room, walk away and check on them periodically? Do you snuggle them to dream land? Both techniques have their pros and cons. The checking on them periodically, otherwise know as the cry it out method, coined by Dr. Richard Ferber is the first major method. The second
Attachment is the continuing and lasting relationships that children form with adults. Attachment refers to how secure the child feels in the company of a particular adult, which is the key in forming secure relationships in the future. (Wittmer, 2011) Attachment typically begins in the child’s first year of life through repeated interactions between the baby and the caregiver. When the caregiver responds appropriately to the baby cues, such as a cry or a smile, the baby learns to trust the caregiver
it’s brought into the world. For example, the biological parents determine their child’s genes that are passed down to them and the environment that impacts the child. With these factors in mind, it gave me a new perspective to parenting. I have adopted an authoritative parenting strategy to raise Ivan. Authoritative parents are parents who are firm, setting clear and consistent limits, but who try to reason with their child, giving explanation for why they should behave in a particular way. (Feldman
though it is common to think that old age is positive, it does not necessarily mean better parents. In contrast, it seems to be reasonable assumption that many people think that it is a negative development for the family. The reality is that late parenting is not a positive trend and such parents would face many issues and challenges in raising children. One of the most common arguments is that aged parents are more likely to have a stable living and financial situation. The main reason is they want
demonstrates the concepts of attachment styles, dating, parenting style, self-esteem, and the cohort effects of the generation she lived in. Throughout the book and the movie there are signs of the effects of Lily’s attachment style. One such instance is when she is telling August Boatwright how her mother died; Lily cries and tells August that she is unlovable and that she wrecks everything, this is a sign of an insecure/disorganized attachment style. An insecure/disorganized attachment style is usually characterized
an infant and their caregiver is an important interaction. A secure attachment is developed when a child becomes agitated when leaving their caregiver, but is immediately soothed by the return of their presence. Insecure attachment can result in indifference, distress or confusion “in response to reunion with their attachment figure” (Rathus, 2010, p. 208-209). One way American culture assists in the formation of a secure attachment is with maternity leave. Mothers are allotted 12 weeks to care for
the inability to let children have independence, can cause long lasting negative effects. Helicopter parenting is defined as; parents who keep close watch over their children flying overhead just like helicopters. This consists of being over-involved in a child’s life, making decisions on their behalf, solving their problems and inserting oneself into their conflicts. An overprotective parenting style may adversely affect a college student’s relationship with peers and, consequently, the college
their children up to the age of six. This trend can be classified as attachment parenting. Attachment parenting, as explored by TIME’s Kate Pickert, is a controversial issue that has been the topic of discussion for decades. Thus, whether attachment parenting is acceptable or not has been long debated, and its controversy can lead to some oppositions. Firstly, the cover’s title, “Are you mom enough?,” which advertises this parenting style, is questionable to working mothers. For instance, what does
Parenting Capacity Evaluation Practices: Are They Efficient? Findings amongst marriages and cohabitation that end in dissolution have shown custody and access disputes to be the “single biggest issue in civil law” (Roesh, Zapf, Hart, 2010). The role of forensic psychology regarding this issue is seen in the form of parenting capacity evaluations, otherwise known as child custody evaluations. Although many dissolved marriages or relationships end without the need of such evaluations, it is important
of children of varying ages experiencing their parents’ legal separation (Santrock, 2013, p.308). Children respond differently to their parents divorce depending on their age, the circumstances of the divorce, their temperament, parenting styles, and the level of attachment to each of the parents (Nair, 2005, p. 933). It is also possible that changes to family
Although overprotective parenting initially might be intended to raise a successful, well-rounded individual, it often gets taken to another level. In turn, there are many negative effects on a child. Many parents often get carried away as power and control take over. Over time, overprotective parenting turns into a dictatorship with no meaning, and children are broken down mentally and emotionally. Also, parents who strive for perfection in a child eventually tear that child apart by making the
a life-time. Healthy families foster environments of safety and relationships that are grounded on trust. One major factor in healthy family systems is positive parenting. Both Brooks (2014) and Feldman (2014) advocated the authoritative parenting as being the most beneficial for growing children. Generally within this style of parenting, Brooks noted that these types of parents provide emotional security and build up self-esteem in their children. Clear Rules are given, but they can be somewhat