Influence of Parenting Styles on Emotional Regulation in Children in Tanzania
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Parenting Styles, Emotional Regulation, ChildrenAbstract
Purpose: The aim of the study was to assess the influence of parenting styles on emotional regulation in children in Tanzania.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: The study indicates that different parenting approaches can significantly impact a child's ability to regulate their emotions effectively. Authoritative parenting, characterized by warmth, support, and clear boundaries, tends to promote healthy emotional regulation in children. In contrast, authoritarian parenting, which is marked by strict rules and lack of warmth, may lead to difficulties in emotion regulation due to limited emotional support and autonomy. Permissive parenting, characterized by high warmth but low control, can also present challenges as children may struggle to develop self-regulation skills without sufficient structure.
Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: Attachment theory, social learning theory and bio ecological systems theory may be used to anchor future studies on assessing the influence of parenting styles on emotional regulation in children in Tanzania. Parenting interventions and programs should prioritize promoting authoritative parenting practices, emphasizing warmth, responsiveness, and clear communication. Development and implementation of policies that support parental leave, affordable childcare, and family support services can alleviate stressors on parents and caregivers, facilitating the adoption of positive parenting practices.
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