Effects of nuclear and joint families on parental style
Author(s): Dr. Prakash Oraon
Abstract: Each family might be seen as a distinct community in its own regard. The family plays a key role in an individual's socialisation process. Relying on familial assistance is crucial for every kid from the moment of their birth. Numerous people encounter heightened levels of stress and instability throughout the time of adolescence due to its often perceived nature as a phase characterised by substantial transformations and obstacles. It is well acknowledged that parents have a significant role in shaping the personalities and outcomes of their children. Parenting approaches have a profound influence on development in all conceivable ways. The objective of this research was to investigate the differences and parallels in adolescent parenting among nuclear and mixed homes. The objective of the study was to conduct a comparative analysis of parenting methods among adolescents living in nuclear and combined homes. The Baumrind Parental Authoritative Questionnaire from 1991 was used to accomplish this objective. The measurement of six personality characteristics was conducted using the Parental Authority Questionnaire. These variables were authoritarianism (both parental and maternal), permissiveness (both parental and maternal), authoritativeness (both parents), and authoritarianism (both parents). A total of 120 adolescents took part in the study. The user has lived in both nuclear and joint households. The t-test was used to assess the data. The study's results indicate that there was no significant difference in the parenting practices of fathers between adolescent males from nuclear and combined households. Mothers in mixed-race households had a higher degree of authoritarianism compared to those in nuclear families. Authoritative parenting from infancy to adolescence is characterised by the principles of respecting the child's autonomy, demonstrating emotional awareness, and establishing concrete expectations.
Dr. Prakash Oraon. Effects of nuclear and joint families on parental style. Int J Adv Acad Stud 2024;6(4):43-47. DOI: 10.33545/27068919.2024.v6.i4a.1144
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