Articles tagged with Parenting
A new study published in Child Development examines how family resources and parenting quality jointly impact children's cognitive development. The research found that families with greater economic resources and higher-quality parenting are associated with better cognitive performance in young children.
A study by researchers at the University of Rhode Island suggests that eating slowly can lead to significant decreases in food consumption, even if the meal duration is longer. Additionally, a study from Oklahoma State University found that parents' feeding practices can predict their overall parenting style.
A new approach to developing parenting plans after separation when domestic violence is alleged involves assessing risk and identifying appropriate arrangements. The level of potency, pattern, and primary perpetrator of violence are key indicators of the risk of future violence.
A new study reveals that a mother's interaction with her baby during the first year of life can significantly predict challenging behavior in later childhood. The research found that infants who were more predictable and less fussy, as well as those who received greater intellectual stimulation from their mothers, were at lower risk of...
A recent study reveals that nearly one-third of US parents have low-level knowledge of typical infant development, resulting in impaired parent-child interactions. This false parenting assumption can rob kids of cognitive stimulation, as parents often misinterpret behaviors and set unrealistic expectations for their child's growth.
A study suggests that effective parenting practices following trauma can mediate the relationship between trauma exposure and child adjustment. Positive parenting behaviors such as skill encouragement, monitoring, and interpersonal problem-solving can support healthy child development and promote resilience after trauma.
Researchers conducted a study on Chinese and American parenting behaviors to understand cultural differences. They found that cultural biases can affect the analysis of behaviors, leading to inaccurate conclusions about parenting styles across cultures. The authors recommend using a combination of researchers from both cultures to mini...
A new study suggests that living in poor neighborhoods can lead to poorer parenting, which in turn affects preschoolers' verbal and behavioral outcomes. The study found that less neighborhood cohesion and family dysfunction are associated with inconsistent and punitive parenting styles.
A new study found that excellent parenting can help even the most challenging infants succeed in first grade. Infants with difficult temperaments who received high-quality care from their mothers performed just as well, if not better, academically and socially than their easier-to-parent counterparts.
New research reveals that parental drinking habits directly impact adolescent drinking behaviors, as well as indirectly through perceptions of parenting. Monitoring and discipline are found to be strong intermediary roles in associations between parental and adolescent drinking behaviors.
A large study found no differences in parenting practices between recently divorced and married parents, contrary to accepted wisdom. Researchers argue that existing strength-based programs can effectively support divorced parents by building on their existing strengths.
Research on male dark-eyed juncos reveals that fluctuations in testosterone levels drive males to seek mates but also cause them to lose interest in parenting. Males with stable testosterone levels are more likely to invest time and energy in parenting, while those with fluctuating levels exhibit mixed behavior.
Researchers found that even aloof husbands have lower testosterone levels than unmarried men, challenging previous North American studies. Married men with multiple wives had even lower testosterone levels than monogamously married men.
A new study is providing highly successful parenting skills to parents with bipolar disorder, using the Triple P Positive Parenting Programme. The program has been shown to improve behavior in children and increase parental confidence, particularly for those experiencing instability of mood and behavior.
A long-term study found that children in center-based care experienced more aggressive behavior through sixth grade, but problem behavior ceased by first grade. High-quality early child care had a positive impact on vocabulary and math skills.
A new study suggests that a common yardstick of school readiness may obscure the toll that lower income takes on ethnic minority children. Despite this, researchers found similarities across racial and ethnic groups when looking at models of how low income affects parenting and children's readiness for school.
A comprehensive study led by University of Colorado at Boulder Professor Delbert Elliott found that children growing up in high-poverty neighborhoods were doing much better than expected. The study, which analyzed data from 662 families and 820 youths in Denver and Chicago, showed a success rate of 52% for children from disadvantaged n...
Research from the ESRC Families and Social Capital Research Group found that most parents do not need professional advice to raise their children. Instead, they prefer concrete services. The study also highlighted strong family bonds among working-class and ethnic minority families.
A study of over 4,000 dual-earner households with children aged 2-11 found that non-standard work schedules can negatively impact family functioning and child well-being. The effects were particularly strong for preschool-aged children, highlighting a challenge to the assumption that non-standard work is 'family friendly'.
Researchers at the University of Queensland have received four significant grants from the Australian Rotary Health Research Fund, totaling over $128,000. The grants will support studies on parenting programs designed for families with autistic children and female teachers who are also mothers.
Research finds that postpartum depressive symptoms in mothers are associated with reduced breastfeeding rates, less frequent playtime, and reduced interaction with infants. The study emphasizes the need for pediatricians to screen for maternal depressive symptoms and provide guidance on interactive parenting practices.
A study found that nearly 18% of mothers experience depression in early infancy and that maternal depressive symptoms have an unfavorable impact on active engagement with the child. Mothers with depressive symptoms were less likely to play with their infants daily and show them books compared to those without symptoms.
A study found that positive parenting programs, such as Group Triple P, are highly effective in reducing behavior problems and improving family relationships. The program reduced clinically significant behavior problems by 36% among four-year-old children.
Parents affect adolescents' substance use behaviors by influencing their images of typical smokers and drinkers, as well as their willingness to try substances. Strong parenting, especially in high-risk neighborhoods, has a positive impact on reducing substance use among teens.
Researchers investigate intergenerational transmission of positive parenting and find it can foster healthy child development. The study, which followed over 1,000 individuals born in the early 1970s, suggests that parents' own childhood experiences influence their parenting style.
Researchers have discovered clear personality traits in dogs, hyenas, and monkeys, which can be measured like human personalities. These findings have implications for animal welfare, matching animals with owners, and exploring the biological causes of temperament.
This study found that economic hardship has similar effects on Mexican-American and European-American families, leading to higher rates of depression and marital problems. Acculturation levels were also linked to family pathways, with more acculturated mothers experiencing marital issues but less hostile parenting.
A team of scientists at the University of Rochester Medical Center discovered that mice without the TR4 gene are born smaller, less fertile, and have poor parenting skills. The miniature mice exhibit reduced nest-building, nursing, and offspring care, resulting in high pup mortality rates.
The study found that living at home helped teenage mothers stay in school during the first two years of their babies' lives, possibly due to increased encouragement and child care support. However, it had little impact on their parenting skills, which may be influenced by other factors such as maturity level.
A seven-month study found that parenting skills training improved attitudes towards alcohol and sex among rural black children. However, the training did not address the role of fathers, who were rarely involved in the sessions.
In an experiment, male sand gobies were found to work harder at building nests and taking care of eggs when females were present, demonstrating 'courtship parental care'. Unaccompanied males were more likely to abandon their parental duties or even eat their own eggs.
Research found that how couples manage parenting responsibilities when their child is 6 months old affects the quality of their marriage when their child is 3 years old. Couples who had a good relationship with each other as infants but struggled with parenting conflicts were more likely to have poorer couple relationships later on.
The Healthy Steps for Young Children Program improved developmental services, parenting practices, and discipline in pediatric care. Families who participated had increased odds of receiving well-child visits, timely vaccinations, and being satisfied with care.
A recent study found that family income influences children's outcomes through different pathways, including providing a stimulating learning environment and addressing economic instability. The researchers suggest offering packages of services to families to promote healthy development in young children.
A recent study found that programs for children of divorce can have a positive impact on their long-term adjustment. The research, which followed 240 families over six years, showed that adolescents whose mothers attended parenting classes had fewer behavioral problems and reported fewer mental health issues.
A new study found that mothers of children born via surrogacy arrangements show warmth and emotional involvement, similar to those in naturally conceived families. Both parents also exhibit better parenting skills, while the babies' temperament remains unchanged.
A long-term study of 150 children reveals that parents' emotional state and coping mechanisms play a significant role in the development of asthma. The research highlights two main risk factors: elevated IgE levels at six months and parenting difficulties, which increase the likelihood of asthma by 2-3 times.
A new study found that early parenting difficulties are associated with the development of asthma in genetically at-risk children between six and eight years old. Parenting difficulties, including maternal depressed mood and coping problems, were significantly and independently linked to asthma at school age.
A new study found that strengthening parenting skills can prevent aggressive behavior problems in children at risk. The study involved 426 families participating in parent-training programs that taught positive discipline strategies and effective parenting skills.
New research reveals that dads tend to exaggerate their parental involvement, but moms have a better understanding of their husbands' true efforts. The study found that identity theory doesn't explain men's parenting behaviors, highlighting the need for mechanisms to support communication between partners.