2 dimensions - Parental Warmth = affection towards children Parental Control = promoting rules
4 Styles -
Authoritative
high warmth, high control use praise and rewards to reinforce good behaviour communicate well and openly nourishing explain rules clearly
children - good confidence, self control, co-operative, responsible
Authoritarian
low warmth, high control scares them, punishments become good liars to avoid punishments focuses on obedience threats and shaming
children - low self esteem, can be dependent on others, quick to anger
Permissive
high warmth, low control
Uninvolved
low warmth, low control
Very important factor for child’s development