THE EFFICACY OF PARENTING STYLES: AN IN-DEPTH ANALYSIS OF THEIR INFLUENCE ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF ADOLESCENTS' SELF-ESTEEM
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adolescence, cognitive, depression, anxiety, gender dynamics
Abstract
This research delves into the critical phase of adolescence, focusing on its impact on the development of adolescents' self-esteem. It highlights the fluctuating emotional states and interactions adolescents undergo and how these factors can influence their self-esteem. Additionally, the essay examines the role of parenting styles worldwide, particularly through the lens of Baumrind's parenting styles: permissive, authoritative and authoritarian. These styles are distinguished by their levels of responsiveness and demandingness. Present study explores the concept of self-esteem and its significance across various domains of life, including social interactions, cognitive processes, emotional experiences, and behavioural patterns. High self-esteem is associated with greater life satisfaction and acts as a protective factor against negative psychological conditions like depression and anxiety. Furthermore, this research discusses the relationship between parenting styles and how they effect adolescents' self-esteem. Authoritative parenting, characterized by responsiveness and reasonable demands, is found to promote positive self-concepts among adolescents. Permissive parenting, marked by high warmth and low control, also correlates with higher self-esteem in teenagers. In contrast, authoritarian parenting, emphasizing control over independence, is linked to lower self-esteem. The complex interplay of parenting style, self-esteem, and gender is also examined, shedding light on how different genders may respond to various parenting practices. The research the causal relationships and nuances in the influence of parenting styles on adolescents' self-esteem. In conclusion, this essay underscores the pivotal role of parenting styles in shaping adolescents' self-esteem, with authoritative and permissive styles generally yielding positive outcomes. It emphasizes the significance of considering gender dynamics in understanding how parenting practices impact self-esteem during adolescence.
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Sara Akram
School of Sociology and Anthropology. Sun Yat Sen University Guangzhou China
Muhammad Imran
Lecturer, Department of Economics, Ghazi University, DG Khan
Sumaira Bano
Lecturer, Department of Sociology, Ghazi University, DG Khan
Shama Mushtaq
Department of Rural Sociology. University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan
Fawad Husain
Assistant Director/Research Analyst, Institute National Counter Terrorism Authority, Pakistan
Hamad Abdulla R A Al-Kubaisi
(senior associate) Qatar Investment Authority Institute
Laraib Manzoor
University of Faisalabad