Which Style Fits You?
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Which Style Fits YOU?
Sylvia McCrory April 2020
Lenient Parent (Doormat)
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Says “yes” to most of child’s requests
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Frequently allows child to break the rules if child gives a reasonable explanation for needing to break the rules
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Frequently takes the child’s side of an argument against a teacher or other adult.
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Frequently makes excuses for child’s misbehavior and disrespect
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May delegate a punishment, but frequently modifies the punishment to make it more lenient
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Tends to buy lots of gifts for child without an occasion
Strict Parent (Dictator)
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Says “no” to most of child’s requests
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Sets very strict rules, based on the child’s age, and rarely veers from them
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Delegates punishment without listening to all sides
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Tends to withhold affection, thinking this will make the child see them as weak
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Rarely explains the reasons for rules when asked by the child
Moderate Parent
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Will say “no” to some of child’s requests and will say “yes” to some
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Tends to listen to both sides of a problem before making a decision
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Set boundaries and rules, but will veer from them in specific circumstances
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Makes sure child knows the boundaries and what is expected of them
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Isn’t afraid for their child to fewer material possessions
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Values a good relationship with child over possessions
Click here to learn your parenting style
Psych Central has a great quiz to help you determine your style.
Research Team, P. (2020). Parenting Style Quiz. Psych Central. Retrieved on April 15, 2020, from https://psychcentral.com/quizzes/parenting-style-quiz/
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