Baumrind described 4 basic styles of parenting. Macoby and Martin divided the styles based on 2 dimensions.
4 parenting styles:
(1) authoritative
(2) authoritarian
(3) permissive
(4) neglectful
Dimensions:
(1) self-control and discipline
(2) emotional warmth,caring and involvement
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Self-Control and Discipline
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Emotional Warmth and Involvement
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Style
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high
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high
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authoritative
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high
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low
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authoritarian
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low
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high
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permissive
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low
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low
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neglectful
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Style
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Features
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authoritative
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clear boundaries, involved
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authoritarian
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strict discipline, emotionally uninvolved
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permissive
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little discipline, involved, indulgent
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neglectful
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no discipline, emotionally uninvolved
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